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ASTM E2360-04(2010)

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Specification for <i>Cryptolaemus montrouzieri</i> Mulsant (<i>Coleoptera: Coccinellidae</i>) (Withdrawn 2019)

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1.1 This specification covers information on and the test method for determining purity, sex ratio, and number of adults in shipments of the predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.


This specification covers information on and the test method for determining the purity, sex ratio, and number of adults in shipments of the predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri (Order Coleoptera; Family Coccinellidae). Because the efficacy of the biological control of mealybug by C. montrouzieri depends on accurate release numbers, presence of male and female species, and absence of live product contaminants, accurate packaging and maintenance of purity and viability of C. montrouzieri shipments is, therefore, essential for the effective management of the target pests. This specification is intended for use by producers and end-users of the specified biological control agent.


The efficacy of mealybug control by C. montrouzieri depends on accurate release numbers of beetles, presence of male and female beetles, and absence of live product contaminants. Accurate packaging and maintenance of purity and viability of C. montrouzieri shipments is, therefore, essential for the effective management of the target pest. This test method is intended for use by producers and end-users of the specified biological control agent. It is complementary to the quality guidelines for Cryptolaemus montrouzieri .

SDO ASTM: ASTM International
Document Number E2360
Publication Date Oct. 1, 2010
Language en - English
Page Count 2
Revision Level 04(2010)
Supercedes
Committee E35.30
Publish Date Document Id Type View
Oct. 1, 2010 E2360-04R10 Revision
April 1, 2004 E2360-04 Revision