Zequanox
Zequanox® Controls Invasive Zebra Mussels and Quagga Mussels Without the Use of Harmful Chemicals
Since the 1980s, the question of how to get rid of zebra mussels and quagga mussels in a way that is safe for other aquatic life has been an important topic in our water systems. Zequanox molluscicide is the industry’s only selective and environmentally compatible control of invasive zebra and quagga mussels (Dreissena spp.) at all life stages — from veliger (larva) to adult. The product delivers efficacy comparable to chemical solutions, but does not endanger employees, damage equipment, or result in harmful impacts to the environment or other aquatic organisms when used as directed.
Article: What are zebra and quagga mussels, and why are they a problem?
Applications
Zequanox molluscicide is ideal for use in both enclosed (in-pipe or contained) and open water systems.
Enclosed and Semi-enclosed (In-pipe or Contained) Water Systems
- Hydropower facilities
- Power generation facilities
- Drinking water and water treatment facilities
- Golf courses
- Irrigation systems
- Industrial process facilities
- Pulp and paper facilities
- Water transport systems
- Other enclosed and semi-enclosed systems
Zequanox CS product information:
- Noncorrosive to equipment or infrastructure
- Does not disrupt normal facility operations
- Short application times
- Fewer permitting and reporting requirements
- Does not require deactivation or detoxification before effluent discharge
- No significant effect on water quality or non-target organisms
- Minimal PPE required for application
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Open Water Systems
- Lakes, reservoirs, ponds
- Rivers and streams
- Marinas
- Docks, piers, swimming platforms, submerged infrastructure, buoys
- Watercrafts
- Ballast water
- Shorelines and beaches
- Other open water systems
As zebra or quagga mussels colonize open water bodies, they disrupt the natural ecosystem by impacting the filtering behavior of native freshwater mussels, causing the proliferation of toxic blue-green algae, decreasing game fish populations, and causing risk or injury to swimmers from sharp shells. In addition, these invasive species block water intakes, damage boats and other recreational equipment, and decrease lakefront property value.
Zequanox for open water systems:
- Highly effective rapid response tool to prevent against large-scale zebra or quagga mussel infestations
- Highly selective with no significant effect on water quality or non-target organisms
- USDA certified as BioPreferred and Biobased – biodegradable, not persisting in the environment
- Minimal regulatory restrictions when compared to chemical alternatives
- Non-corrosive – no risk to boats or recreational equipment
- Zero-hour re-entry interval (REI), so water can be used continuously for recreational purposes
Learn More
- The Zequanox Story
- The Quagga and Zebra Mussel Invasion: Challenges and Management Strategies
- Costs Associated with Invasive Mussels Impacts and Management
- Open water mussel control projects
- Zebra mussel eradication efforts in Christmas Lake, Minnesota
- Costly Impact of Zebra and Quagga Mussels in Hyrdropower Waterways
- An evaluation Zequanox® efficacy and application strategies for targeted control of zebra mussels in shallow-water habitats in lakes
- Aquatic Invasive Species Commission
- The Issue and Impact on Economy of Aquatic Invasive Species in the USA.
- Economic costs of mussels infestation in Montana
- Improving the Prevention, Eradication, Control and Mitigation of
Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS)
A Comparison of Zebra and Quagga Mussel Control Methods
| Chlorine & Other Chemical Pesticides | Microfiltration/UV | Copper | Zequanox | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application Time | Days to weeks | Continuous | 24 hours to several days | 6 hours |
| Startup Investment | Medium | High | Medium | Limited |
| Worker Safety Requirements | High | Minimal | Medium | Minimal |
| PPE Requirements | High | Minimal | High | Minimal |
| Discharge Requirements | Detoxification may be required | None | Some restrictions for potable water | None |
| Environmental & Nontarget Risk | Highly toxic to most organisms; Forms toxic byproducts | None | EPA classifies copper as an environmental pollutant; Low doses may have lower effect but cannot be used at pHs below 5.5 & low DO; Specific fish restrictions for lake treatments | None |
| Equipment Corrosion Risk | High | None | Cannot use steel, nylon, brass or copper containers/pipes | None |
| Water Temp & Water Quality Effects on Control | Limited efficacy below 8C; lower efficacy when organic matter & algae are present | Efficacy comprised in cloudy waters with organic matter, & algae infested waters | Minimal; Lower temps may require longer treatment times | Minimal water quality effects. Effective down to 8C |
| Regulatory Restrictions | High. May require state permits | NA | Some. May require state permits | Low |