Anybody know anything about Red Flaky Wheat Bran?

Vincent Lozaneo is looking for information about the safe use of Red Flaky Wheat Bran on native plants. Here is its chemical composition:

He is looking to use it as a treatment for brown snails.

Any anecdotal or published information about the product, its effect on native plants, its runoff dangers, etc. Would be great! Post here or email me at gardening@cnpssd.org