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Hercules® R-D™ Root Destroyer

Hercules® R-D™ Root Destroyer is formulated to eliminate and prevent root growth in sewer-type lines. Behold the power of Hercules®, products built to last and trusted by plumbers to withstand even the toughest conditions.

UPC: 032628206021
Part #: 20602




Key Features & Benefits

  • Helps eliminate overflow damage, sewage flow restriction and back-up odors due to root penetration
  • Non-acid, Non-Caustic herbicide formulated to eliminate and prevent root growth in sewer type linesllDissolves slowly
  • Safe to use in lines leading to septic tanks, cesspools and drywells
  • Will not destroy trees, shrubs, or other vegetation
  • Helps prevent sump and ejector pump root damage and motor overload from pumping into restricted line
  • Not for use in CT or some jurisditions in CAllLarge “root grade” crystals are blended with an active wetting agent enabling R-D crystals to adhere to the root mass longer, dissolve slower and effectively kill and eliminate root blockages.

Specifications

Material: Non-Acid
Brand: Hercules
Product Type: Non/Acid
Application: Drain Pipe
Septic Safe: Yes
Material Compatibility: Root Growth
Size: 2 lb.
California VOC Compliant: Yes
Weight: 2.2 lb.
Color: Blue

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Technical Resources (4)

  • Submittal
  • SDS
  • SDS Spanish
  • California Ingredient Disclosure

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Hercules Root Destroyer not for sale in some states?

This product is an herbicide and therefore must be registered with each state’s EPA.  Some states do not allow copper sulfate to be used as an herbicide.

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