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Frequently Asked Questions

What on earth are oil eating microbes?

They are naturally occurring organisms that have been collected from natural water and soil sources around the world and are selected for their particular affinity for consuming hydrocarbon based products (oil, gas, etc...)

What is the Oppenheimer Formula?

It's a proprietary highly concentrated microbial blend of naturally occurring hydrocarbon and oil degrading microbes.

Is the product safe?

Yes, it's 100% environmentally friendly, safe, non-toxic, and contains no pathogens.

What is Bioremediation?

This refers to any method that uses microbes to recycle organic materials. More information about Bioremediation can be found at the U.S. Geological Survey.

Why does the product smell like oil?

The microbes used in our products are fed crude oil to ensure that they will eat oil and fuel.

Does this product have any other benefits?

Yes, it immediately locks up spills, thus preventing further spread of the contaminant, and immediately lowers the flash point of fuels.

Is there a difference between bacteria and microbes?

No - they are the same.

Will the microbes begin consuming other materials than hydrocarbons?

No, they will not mutate and start converting any material other than those that they are intended for.

Do microbes need special treatment?

They only need what we humans need: oxygen, water, and nutrients. They do require a food source like oil or fuel.

What happens to the microbes after the material has been consumed?

The microbes will either die, return to former natural levels, or be eaten by other organisms.

What happens if I inhale or ingest the product?

It will taste nasty, like eating mud, and the dust may make you sneeze, but it is non-toxic.

Are these microbes dangerous?

No, these microbes are found naturally everywhere in the world. The average adult has approximately three pounds of microbes on and in their bodies.

Are humans or wildlife adversely affected by the use of this product?

Intensive tests have shown no toxic side effects. By-products produced by these microbes are used as an energy source by the higher organisms.

Is there a difference between freeze-dried and naturally dried microbes?

Yes, the process of freeze-drying generally kills 50% of the microbes. Our natural method of drying does not.