The most common myth about Orange Oil, is that it's very Flammable...

XT-2000 Orange Oil has a caution rating for flammability on the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Hazard rating system.  XT-2000 Orange Oil's rating is 2 on the flammability chart.  This means it has moderate flammability, similar to consumer products on the market today.

National Fire Protection Association Flammability Code Rating:

4 DangerFlammable gas or extremely flammable liquid

3Warning      Flammable liquid flash point below 1000 F

2CautionCombustible liquid flash point 1000 to 2000

1     -      Combustible if heated

0            -               Not combustible

Common Household Products that Share XT-2000 Orange Oil's NFPA Caution Flammability Rating:

* Febreeze(R)

* Dawn(R) Dishwashing Liquid

* Lysol(R) One Step(TM) Floor Cleaner

* Cascade(R) Dishwashing Liquid

* Scope(R) Mouthwash

* Old English(R) Furniture Polish

* Super Glue(R)

* Turtle Wax(R)

* WD40(R)

* Pine-sol(R)

* Liquid Downey(R) Fabric Softener

* D-limonene

Fire Hazards not common:

Fire hazards should only be an issue if the XT-2000 Orange Oil is being used in a way that is non-compliant with the label.  Americana Termite Company is not only trained in reading the product label, but also must follow all instructions on the label under penalty of the law, as an Orange Oil certified Company.

XT-2000 Orange Oil is determined to not only offer the least toxic means for pest control, but to inform also.  XT-2000 has been kind enough to supply Americana Termite Company with the safety and regulatory information contained on this page.

Orange Oil Myths

Orange Oil Vs. 'Orange Perfume'

Many of ATC's competitors claim they are using Orange Oil, but are actually using another product with an Orange fragrance.  This is very misleading to the public.  Here's the true story about the 'Orange Perfume' product.

ProCitra-DL

Prescription Treatment(R) brand ProCitra-DL(TM) Contact Insecticide

(Selections from the product's Material Safety Data Sheet)

Active Ingredients (10%):

D-Limonene - 10%

Other Ingredients (90%) :

Petroleum Distillate - % Not disclosed...

* All ingredients may not be listed.  Ingredients not listed do not meet the reporting requirements of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) as specified in 29 CFR 1910.1200.

Notes to Physician:

Contains petroleum distillate - vomiting may cause aspiration pneumonia.  No specific antidote is available. Treat the patient symptomatically.

Signs/Symptoms of Exposure:

Can cause stomach irritation, resulting in nausea, cramps and vomiting.  Can cause nervous system disorders such as fatigue, dizziness, headache, lack of coordination, tremors and unconsciousness.

First Aid Measures:

Inhalation: Move person to fresh air.  If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth if possible.  Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice.

Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing.  Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes.  Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.

Eye Contact: Hold eyes open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes.  Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eyes.  Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.

Note:  ATC's product, XT-2000 Orange Oil Plus is purchased from the manufacturer in San Diego, and only a few companies like Americana Termite Co., Inc. are certified in applying this treatment.

Note: The use of 'Orange Perfume' products advertised as 'Orange Oil' represents bait advertising.  The federal codes pertaining to bait advertising can be found here (courtesy of the Better Business Bureau), and the California Fraud Laws pertaining to bait advertising can be found here.

False Competitors

Non-Orange Oil Competitors

This is a partial list of companies that falsely claim they are 'certified' Orange Oil Companies, that use 95% pure d-limonene.  These companies in fact use ProCitra-DL (described above) that contains only 10% d-limonene and 90% 'other ingredients'.

1) Jeff Hiat

2) Hydrex Pest Control Company

3) Brothers Termite Company

4) Southern California Exterminators

5) Lone Star Termite Company

6) Terry Pest Control

7) EcoSmart

8) Accuracy Plus California

9) Prime Termite

10) Central Termite

11) Orange Exterminators

12) Western Drywood Termite Exterminators

13) Bug Masters Co.

14) Stanley Pest Control

15) X-Termite

Note:  This is a partial list only, please check directly with XT-2000 directly to obtain verification on a businesses certification status.