Varroxsan Oxalic Acid Strips

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VarroxSan – Natural Varroa Mite Treatment with Slow-Release Oxalic Acid Strips

VarroxSan is a natural solution designed to control varroa mite populations in honey bee colonies. Each 60 pack can treat between 15 and 30 hives. The 20 pack can treat between 5 and 10 colonies.

Utilizing slow-release strips, VarroxSan ensures a sustained and controlled release of oxalic acid, providing an effective treatment against varroa mites while being safe for bees, brood, and queens year-round. Based on independent research from US and international programs, Varroxsan can be used to keep varroa mite levels low and as a knock down treatment in the summer. 

Not Approved In California: We are unable to ship to California. 


Features and Benefits

  • High Efficacy: Achieves an average of 98.6% effectiveness against varroa mites when used according to the label.
  • Works with High Mite Load and Low Mite Load: Able to keep mite levels low in the spring and fall and also able to knock mites down quickly during the summer when mite levels can peak. 
  • Natural Treatment: Uses oxalic acid, a natural compound, for mite control.
  • Slow-Release Strips: Provides a consistent dose over a 42-56 day treatment period.
  • Bee-Friendly: Safe for bees, brood, and queens throughout the year.
  • Organic Beekeeping: Suitable for use in organic beekeeping practices.
  • Convenient Application: Can be used with honey supers in place, ensuring flexibility in treatment schedules.
  • Environmental Safety: Poses no notable risk to the environment or user.
  • No Temperature Restrictions: Effective at any temperature, with optimal performance during active bee movement.

Usage Instructions

Use up to 4 VarroxSan™ strips in a brood chamber, placing them between brood frames. Ensure the bees can walk on the strips. Leave the strips inside the hive for 42 to 56 days, then remove. If after 42 days bees aren’t in contact with the strips, reposition closer to the cluster. Strips must be removed after 56 days.


For colonies in double brood boxes, place four strips in the lower chamber and up to 2 additional strips in the upper chamber. For medium-frame brood chambers, use half the dose. For two medium boxes stacked together, treat this as 1 deep box. 

Detailed Description

VarroxSan is made from oxalic acid dihydrate (18.42%) and delivered in convenient slow-release strips. The fiberboard strips are designed for easy application, and each pack contains 60 strips, treating 15-30 hives. VarroxSan is a long-lasting, natural solution for varroa mite control, with each treatment lasting 42 to 56 days. It works best in the summer and autumn, though it can be used year-round under the right conditions.

The slow-release mechanism ensures a controlled distribution of oxalic acid, reducing the need for repeated treatments. Ideal for use during low honey flow periods, VarroxSan allows beekeepers to maintain hive health without worrying about environmental impact.

Additional Info

  • Care Instructions: Store below 86°F (30°C) and out of direct sunlight. Do not refrigerate or freeze.
  • Shelf Life: 24 months from the date of manufacture.

FAQ - Read the latest FAQ

  1. What is VarroxSan?
    VarroxSan is an oxalic acid solution in slow-release strips used to control varroa mites. It is suitable for use in organic beekeeping.

  2. How do I apply VarroxSan?
    Use 4 strips per brood chamber, folding each in half and placing them over frames inside the brood area. Leave strips in place for 42 to 56 days.

  3. What is the best time of day to apply VarroxSan?
    VarroxSan can be applied at any time of day.

  4. Can I use VarroxSan with double brood chambers?
    Yes, place 4 strips in the lower brood chamber and up to 2 additional strips in the top chamber if full of bees.

  5. Can VarroxSan be used in springtime?
    Yes, but ensure temperatures are warm enough for hive activity.

  6. Is VarroxSan safe to use during honey production?
    Yes, it is approved for use with honey supers on, and studies show no significant increase in oxalic acid levels in honey.

  7. Can I feed my colonies while using VarroxSan?
    Yes, feeding encourages bees to distribute the oxalic acid throughout the hive.

  8. What do I do if the bee cluster moves away from the strips?
    Reposition the strips closer to the cluster two weeks after application if necessary.

  9. What should I do if the strips are removed by bees before the end of treatment?
    This can happen due to hygienic behavior. Check mite load to ensure the treatment was effective.

  10. Can I use VarroxSan in hot weather?
    Yes, there are no temperature restrictions for using VarroxSan.

  11. How should I store VarroxSan?
    Store below 86°F (30°C) and out of direct sunlight.

  12. Can I use VarroxSan with open mesh floors / screened bottom boards?
    Yes, although it is advisable to close the mesh or use a varroa-collecting tray during treatment.

  13. Are varroa mites resistant to oxalic acid?
    No, there is no known resistance to oxalic acid. However, it is advisable to alternate treatments to prevent resistance from developing.

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To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. The order will also need to have been placed through our retail store or through www.foxhoundbeecompany.com

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Anonymous
Very Hopeful Product

Put these in my hives before my surgery, during a Fall/new queen mite infestation and the following days the mite drop was huge. Saved my hives. Two months later, hives appear fairly strong with no DWV and hope for Springtime. Sometimes you just can’t keep up like you should but these strips will make it much easier to continue beekeeping at my advanced age.

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A. F.C.
OA Strips

I am so excited to try this great product, have heard nothing but great reviews. I have 5 hives and package arrives just in time tomorrow.

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Stephanie S.
Easy to apply VarroxSan strips

These strips are so easy to apply over the frames. The directions seem easy to understand. I like that these can be used with brood and honey. Added plus- the video on Foxhound’s website made these even easier to use! Thank you!

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Susan S.
Just what i was looking for

Looks like a great product. Installation was easy. Foxhound shipping was reasonable and quick. Thanks

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keith W.
Seem to work as advertised

I purchased these strips in the Fall of 2024 and used them at that time without problems. Application was fairly easy; removal sometimes required lifting the frames to peel away the full strip (I left them in for the longer end of the recommended duration). The product had more strips than I really needed for the hives I have, but this was the pack with the smallest quantity, and I tried to store the extras for future application (we'll see how successfully the package was resealed this coming season). It was convenient not to have to enter the hive more than twice (strip application and removal), and while I'm not doing mite counts, the hives look strong entering this spring season. If the remaining strips don't dry out after resealing, I will plan to use the product again, or alternatively, find a group interested in cost-sharing. In short, I thought it worked well as advertised.