Is this the right type of diatomaceous earth to use?

[m_shuman]

I have been shopping around and have found a local store that carries Diatomaceous Earth and he says that the bag says "Food, Chemical, Codex Grade." Is this food grade Diatomaceous earth? Is this what I want to buy or not? I want to make sure it is the right stuff before I spend $41 on a 50 LB bag. Also if this is the right stuff how much should I use in a 8'X16' run and a 4'X8' coop?

 

[carrlr]

That's how mine is labled too. I can only find it localy in 5 lb containers for $10, so that price sounds great to me. I have a 4X8 coop and I don't measure it, but I sprinkle enough to dust the top of the shavings weekly. I haven't used it in the run yet.

 

[m_shuman]

Bump for more feedback. I am new at this and don't wantto purchase anything that might harm my chickens.

 

[carrlr]

https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=15029

Check this thread for more information on DE. You and your chickens are safe as long as it's food grade DE. You can also search this site for Diatomaceous Earth or DE and you'll get numerous hits.