Abstract: Disclosed herein is a non-toxic composition for mechanically killing insects and the like wherein an attractant for insects is provided and within the attractant there are a plurality of needled particles mixed therewithin so that when the insect encounters the composition the needled particles lacerate the insect.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a thixotropic tire balancing compound which is fed through the inflating valve stem into a tire in relatively small quantities compared to the over-all capacity of the tire. The compound partially liquifies and moves within the tire to maintain the balance of the tire at all times. As the tire wears the compound moves to maintain the balance of the tire and wheel assembly. The compound includes dextrin, albumin, glycerin and sodium silicate.