Thymovar®

Long-Acting Varroa Control for Healthy Honey Bee Colonies

Thymovar is a thymol-based treatment designed to help honey bee colonies manage Varroa destructor infestations safely and effectively. Through the gradual release of thymol vapours within the hive, it provides long-lasting mite control while remaining well tolerated by worker bees, drones, brood, and queens.

Easy to apply and integrate into standard beekeeping routines, the wafer-based formulation delivers consistent thymol release over several weeks, helping control mites as they emerge from sealed brood cells. Suitable for nucleus colonies, single brood chambers, and double brood chambers, it offers beekeepers a dependable, residue-free option for seasonal Varroa management and colony health support.

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Product Facts

Against
Varroa destructor Mite

Active Ingredient
Thymol

Formulation Type
Water

Concentration
15 mL Thymol per Wafer

Standard Dosage
Double Brood Chamber: 2 wafers
Single Brood Chamber: 1 wafer separated into two halves
Nucleus Colony: ½ wafer

Crops
N/A

Shelf Life
4 Years

Pack Size
10 Dose Pack

SDS
Label

Tech
Sheet

Product
Label

Key Product Benefits

Effective Varroa Control

rovides long-lasting control of Varroa destructor through controlled thymol vapour release.

Well Tolerated by Honey Bees

Safe for worker bees, brood, drones, and queens when used according to label instructions.

Extended Protection Period

Supports control of mites emerging from sealed brood cells during the treatment period.

Easy-to-Use Wafer Format

Simple placement and removal make hive treatment straightforward and efficient.

Flexible Across Hive Types

Suitable for nucleus colonies, single brood chambers, and double brood chambers.

Residue-Free Solution

Supports honey bee health without compromising honey quality when used according to label directions

Target Pest Information

Varroa Destructor Mite

Varroa destructor is considered one of the most significant threats to honey bee colonies worldwide. These parasitic mites feed on developing and adult bees, weakening colony health, reducing productivity, and increasing susceptibility to viruses and secondary diseases. Because mites reproduce within capped brood cells, populations can increase rapidly throughout the season if left unmanaged. Effective Varroa management is essential for maintaining strong colonies and supporting successful overwintering. Long-duration treatments help target mites emerging from brood cells, providing more comprehensive population suppression and improved colony protection.

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Thymovar® in Action

Learn how Thymovar® is applied within the hive and how controlled thymol release supports effective Varroa management.

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Application Guidelines

These guidelines are intended as general recommendations. Always read and follow the product label. For beekeeping-specific advice, consult your local Andermatt representative.

Quantity

Double brood chamber: 2 wafers Single brood chamber: 1 wafer divided into two halves

Frequency

Two treatment applications according to label directions.

Best Time to Apply

After honey harvest during recommended seasonal treatment periods.

Application Method

Place wafers directly on top of brood frames according to colony configuration and label instructions.

Tank Mix / Adjuvants

Not applicable.

Pre-Harvest / Residues

Residue-free when used according to label instructions.

Trusted by Growers and Partners

I really love the treatment. Any hive that’s not making honey throughout the summer months gets Thymovar on it. For the cost of a few pennies we can ensure that our beehives are healthy throughout the summer building healthy brood, healthy bees and will have the ability and the stamina to make it through a Canadian winter.

BrianInnisfil Creek Honey, Innisfil, ON

Disclaimer

Performance information for Thymovar® is based on internal trials, field observations and/or publicly available data. Results may vary depending on colony strength, environmental conditions, and management practices. Always read and follow label directions.

Use beekeeping products only as directed on the label and SDS and in accordance with applicable federal, provincial, and local regulations. This website does not replace the product label or SDS.