HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only The following tables provide household and structural pest control recommendations with pesticides for use by the homeowner and with pesticides for use by licensed pest control operators only. Mention of pesticides in this section does not imply that chemicals are or should be the first or only means of control. Nonchemical control methods, including exclusion and sanitation, should always be considered when seeking to obtain a long-term solution to household pest problems. ll chemical information provided below is given with the understanding that no endorsement of named products is intended nor is criticism implied of similar products that are not mentioned. Individuals who use pesticides are responsible for ensuring that the intended use complies with current regulations and conforms to the product label. Before purchasing or using any pesticide, always read and carefully follow the label directions. Insecticides listed below are identified by common chemical name. trade name in parentheses may also be listed as a convenience for the reader. dditional trade names that may be available locally are listed in the HOMEOWNER INSECTICIE PROUCT IST beginning on page 317. Formulation esignations: = erosol (injectable or spray); B = Bait (gel or granular); = ust; F = Fogger (total release aerosol); FM = Foam; FU = Fumigant; G = Granular; P = Powder (for mixing with water); = iquid (for mixing with water or ready-to-use; S = Bait (station). NT (For information on Carpenter nts, see entry.) NT See nt and Imported Fire nt under Home awns. abamectin S Place bait stations in areas where ants are active. Keep out of reach of children allethrin (Ultra-Kill) and pets. Use dust formulations only in inaccessible areas. Treat ant-traveled beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) areas. Repeat treatment as effectiveness diminishes. Some products are not suitable for use in residential kitchens or commercial food/feed preparation sites., Read the product label carefully. Remove food from storage areas before treating. borax/boric acid (Hot Shot, Terro) B,, S pply products as directed on the label. cypermethrin (Black Flag, Hi-Yield, Hot Shot, Raid,, F, Spectracide) deltamethrin (Black Flag, Raid, Spectracide, Terro), dinotefuran (Hot Shot, Spectracide) S eugenol (Bayer dvanced) fipronil (Combat) B hydramethylnon (mdro, Combat) S imiprothrin (Hot Shot, Raid) Imiprothrin is usually formulated with other pesticides in these products. indoxacarb (Hot Shot, Spectracide) S lambda-cyhalothrin (Hot Shot, Spectracide) lemongrass oil (Hot Shot),,, G propoxur (mdro) S (Black Flag, Hot Shot) sodium O-phenylphenate (Bayer dvanced) thiamethoxam (Optigard, Raid) B beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) pply granular bait around nest. Place bait stations in areas where ants are G, active. Treat nest and surrounding area. May be applied along building perimeter. borax (Terro) B pply products as directed on the label. deltamethrin (Black Flag, Raid, Spectracide, Terro), 296
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only NT pply granular bait around nest. Place bait stations in areas where ants are active. dinotefuran (Hot Shot, Spectracide) S Treat nest and surrounding area. May be applied along building perimeter. fipronil (Combat) B G, pply products as directed on the label. hydramethylnon (mdro, Combat) B indoxacarb (Hot Shot, Spectracide) S lambda-cyhalothrin (Hot Shot, Spectracide, Terro) BE BUG beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) pply to mattress tufts and folds, crevices in bed frame and cracks and crevices deltamethrin (Black Flag) along baseboard. Mattress heat sanitizing is an alternative. dichlorvos (Hot Shot) Pest Strip pply products as directed on the label. imiprothrin (Raid) Imiprothrin is formulated with other pesticides in these products. lambda-cyhalothrin (Hot Shot), phenoxybenzl (Bayer, Black Flag, Hot Shot) prallethrin (Hot Shot) silicon dioxide (Hot Shot) BEE BEE For carpenter bees, see Carpenter Bee entry. cypermethrin (Black Flag, Hi-Yield, Hot Shot, Spectracide), F, pply only for sporadic invaders. If bees are found frequently, locate and remove deltamethrin (Raid) the nest. pply products as directed on the label. imiprothrin (Raid), beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) pply after dark when insects have returned to nest. Some materials are available in pressurized cans that propel an insecticide stream up to 10 feet. Repeat carbaryl (various),, P treatment may be necessary. pply products as directed on the label. deltamethrin (Raid) 297 ''HOUSEHO PESTS
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only BEE (cont.) For carpenter bees, see Carpenter Bee entry. prallethrin (Hot Shot), BOOKOUSE (psocid) (Indoors and outdoors) BOXEER BUG (Outdoors) BROWN OG TICK BROWN OG TICK and under buildings allethrin (Ultra-Kill) pply as a barrier spray along foundation and entry points (doors and windows). beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) Read labels to determine which products are suitable for indoor use. Clean up moisture problems that may attract insects indoors. Excess moisture may impede product effectiveness. cypermethrin (Spectracide) imiprothrin (Raid) Imiprothrin is formulated with other pesticides in these products. beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) Harmless insects become nuisances when searching indoors for hibernation sites in the fall. Treat door thresholds, window ledges and other areas where the insects congregate or may gain entry. allethrin (Ultra-Kil), Spot-treat pet beds (not actual bedding) along with cracks, crevices and similar beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced), hiding areas. O NOT apply to animals (see also NIM INSECT CONTRO section). iscard or launder infested bedding in hot, soapy water. cypermethrin (Black Flag, Hi-Yield, Hot Shot, Spectracide), F, imiprothrin (Black Flag) Imiprothrin is formulated with other pesticides in these products., beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) See also NIM INSECT CONTRO section. G 298
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only BROWN OG TICK and under buildings CRPENTER NT CRPENTER NT deltamethrin (Black Flag, Spectracide) See also NIM INSECT CONTRO section. G,, abamectin (dvance) B pply as directed on label. acetamiprid + bifenthrin (Transport Mikron) pply as directed on label. allethrin (Ultra-Kill) pply as directed on label. beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced, Tempo) pply as directed on label. bifenthrin (Ortho, Talstar), pply as directed on label. boric acid (Niban, Mother Earth G) B pply as directed on label. chlorfenapyr (Phantom) pply as directed on label. cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced, Tempo) pply as directed on label. cypermethrin (Cynoff EC) pply as directed on label. deltamethrin (Bayer dvanced, Spectracide, Suspend) pply as directed on label. dinotefuran (lpine) FM, pply as directed on label. esfenvalerate (Onslaught) pply as directed on label. fipronil (Combat, Maxforce) B Bait where you see ant activity. pply as directed on label. hydramethylnon (Combat) B Bait where you see ant activity. pply as directed on label. imidacloprid + cyfluthrin (Temprid SC) pply as directed on label. indoxacarb (dvion, rilon) B, Bait where you see ant activity. pply as directed on label. lambda-cyhalothrin (emand, Spectracide) FM, pply as directed on label. permethrin (ragnet, various others) pply as directed on label. disodium octaborate tetrahydrate (Bora-Care, Tim-bor,, pply as directed on label. Borathor) thiamethoxam (Optigard) pply as foam to wall voids or infested wood. pply dust formulation directly to galleries. abamectin (dvance) B pply as directed on label. acetamiprid + bifenthrin (Transport Mikron) pply outdoors only as pinstream, spot, crack and crevice, or perimeter spray. beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced, Tempo) Treat into and around the nest, then seal holes. bifenthrin (Ortho, Bifen, Talstar) Spray or inject into wood. boric acid (Niban, Mother Earth G) B Place bait granules around perimeter. chlorfenapyr (Phantom) Exterior use limited to spot (2 square feet) and crack and crevice treatments at points of entry. cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced, Tempo) Treat into and around the nest, then seal holes. 299 ''HOUSEHO PESTS
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only CRPENTER NT (cont.) cypermethrin (Cynoff EC, Hi-Yield, Martin s Viper,, pply dust formulation directly to galleries. emon TC) deltamethrin (Suspend) Treat into and around the nest. dinotefuran (lpine) FM, pply as directed on label. fipronil (Maxforce, Termidor, Taurus) B, G, P pply bait granules in ant foraging areas. Water area after applying granules. hydramethylnon (Maxforce) B pply granules along perimeter of building or nest. (Maxforce is for professional use.) pply as directed on label. imidacloprid + cyfluthrin (Temprid SC) B, pply as directed on label. indoxacarb (rilon, dvion) B, pply as directed on label. lambda-cyhalothrin (emand, Spectracide), permethrin (ragnet, various others) pply as crack and crevice or spot treatment or paint onto surface. pplication by drilling and injecting is also permitted. disodium octaborate tetrahydrate (Bora-Care, Tim-bor, Borathor),, P Spray, brush on or inject into wood. For long-term protection, apply a water repellent stain to exterior wood surfaces two to three weeks after treatment. CRPENTER BEE beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced, Tempo) pply liquid as a surface spray and into entrance hole. Seal entrance hole. bifenthrin (Ortho, Bifen, Talstar) pply as a coarse surface spray and into entrance hole. Seal entrance hole. carbaryl (various), pply liquid as a surface spay and into entrance hole. Puff into and around entrance holes using dust applicator. Seal with wood plugs, putty, or stainless steel or copper wool. chlorfenapyr (Phantom) pply as directed on label. cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced, Tempo) pply liquid as a surface spray and into entrance hole. Seal entrance hole. cypermethrin (emon TC) Treat into and around the nest. deltamethrin (Bayer dvanced, Suspend SC), pply liquid as a coarse surface spray and into gallery entrance. Puff into and around entrance holes using dust applicator. Seal with wood plugs, putty or stainless steel or copper wool. imidacloprid + cyfluthrin (Temprid SC) pply as directed on label. lambda-cyhalothrin (emand, Spectracide) Spray or inject into wood. Seal holes in wood before injecting. void runoff. permethrin (ragnet) Spray or inject into wood. Seal holes in wood before injecting. void runoff. pply dust formulation directly into galleries. CRPET BEETE (a) Nonfabric areas and infested areas of carpets only allethrin (Ultra-Kill), Treat cracks, crevices and hidden areas to point of runoff with spray. Moisten beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) but O NOT saturate fabric. For valuable rugs or cloth items, consider hiring a pest, control professional. cypermethrin (Black Flag) deltamethrin (Black Flag, Spectracide) 300
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only CRPET BEETE (a) Nonfabric areas and infested areas of carpets only CRPET BEETE (b) On fabric CENTIPEE CENTIPEE imiprothrin (Hot Shot) Imiprothrin is formulated with other pesticides in these products. Use Cynoff insecticide as a crack and crevice treatment in closets and other storage areas where these pests are found. This is an adjunct treatment and will not control moth larvae already on the clothes. O NOT apply this product directly to clothing. allethrin (Ultra-Kill), Other pyrethroids are also available ready-to-use. While many are specifically recommended for clothes moths, they are also effective on carpet beetles. O NOT saturate fabric. prallethrin (Black Flag), allethrin (Ultra-Kill), Usually infest damp areas such as basements. Spot-treat cracks, crevices and beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced), moldings where pests may crawl. Some products are not suitable for use in residential kitchens or commercial food/feed preparation sites. Read the product cypermethrin (Spectracide), label carefully. cypermethrin (Black Flag, Hi-Yield, Hot Shot, Spectracide), F, imiprothrin (Hot Shot, Raid) Imiprothrin is formulated with other pesticides in these products. beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) Treat infested areas around building foundations, vents and similar access G points. Barrier sprays of 12 to 18 inches along perimeter may be effective. 301 ''HOUSEHO PESTS
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only CHIGGER (red bug) (Outdoors) COTHES MOTH (a) Nonfabric areas and infested areas of carpet only COTHES MOTH (b) On fabric COTHES MOTH (c) In storage areas COVER MITE COVER MITE beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) pply to grass, bushes and weeds in infested areas. Thoroughly saturate soil, but G, avoid runoff into ponds, lakes or other bodies of water. Repeat as needed. pply labeled repellent products to shoes, ankles and legs before entering suspected chigger-infested areas. lambda-cyhalothrin (Bonide) See Carpet Beetle. See Carpet Beetle. dichlorvos (Hot Shot) FU strip Hang strip in clothes closets or storage chests up to 1,000 cubic feet in capacity. Not for use in occupied rooms or in closets in occupied rooms. Follow label instructions carefully. paradichlorobenzene (various) Crystals or similar solid Effective repellents on clean fabric in airtight enclosures. void contact with plastic buttons and zippers. allethrin (Ultra-Kill), Clover mite is strictly a nuisance pest. Treat around door thresholds. Some beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced), products are not suitable for use in residential kitchens or commercial food/feed preparation sites. Read the product label carefully. imiprothrin (Raid) Imiprothrin is formulated with other pesticides in these products. beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) G, Treat around points of entry, such as foundations, vents, windows and doors. C, G Maintain a 12-inch vegetation-free zone along foundation. Spray 1 to 2 feet high along the foundation wall and a 3- to 5-foot barrier on the grass or landscaped areas around the foundation. Water immediately after applying granules. pply products as directed on the label. G, 302
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only COCKROCH COCKROCH ) abamectin (Raid Max) S pply sprays along baseboards, under sinks, in cabinets and other infested areas. allethrin (Ultra-Kill), Remove and cover food, cooking and eating utensils before spraying cabinets. beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) O NOT restock shelves until surface dries completely. Some products are not suitable for use in residential kitchens or commercial food/feed preparation sites., Read the product label carefully. Place bait stations in infested areas; follow label boric acid (Bonide, Niban) B, instructions. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Sanitation is critical; before using baits, eliminate other food sources. Place bait stations in cabinets under chlorpyrifos (Hot Shot) S sinks and behind stoves and refrigerators. Slow acting but gives long-lasting cypermethrin (Black Flag, Hi-Yield, Hot Shot, Spectracide), F, control. Force small amounts into all hidden nesting areas with dust applicator. void over-application and inhalation of dust. Some formulations may contain pyrethrins or pyrethrum. O NOT contaminate food preparation or storage sites. deltamethrin (Black Flag) Use diatomaceous earth in the same manner as boric acid powders. dinotefuran (Hot Shot) S eugenol (Bayer dvanced) pply products as directed on the label. fipronil (Combat) B, S hydramethylnon (mdro, Combat) B hydroprene (Egg Stopper) S Hydroprene is an insect growth regulator and should be used with an adulticide. imiprothrin (Hot Shot, Raid) Imiprothrin is formulated with other pesticides in these products. indoxacarb (Hot Shot) B,, lemongrass oil (Hot Shot), F beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced), Some species of cockroaches can live indoors and outdoors. Cockroaches that, live outdoors tend to hide under mulch, ivy and similar cover. Treat groundcover and along foundation walls, patios and other areas where cockroaches are seen. Certain products cannot be used on or around edible plants. Read product labels for any limitations. dinotefuran (Hot Shot) S pply products as directed on the label. G, hydramethylnon (mdro, Combat) B, 303 ''HOUSEHO PESTS
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only COCKROCH (cont.),, CRICKET (Indoors and in crawlspaces) ERWIG allethrin (Ultra-Kill) Crickets enter homes through basements and similar areas. Some formulations beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) may be sprinkled along foundation. Read product label before using outdoors. Treat along foundation walls, patios and other areas where crickets are seen. pply in a light 2- to 4-inch band around foundation. O NOT use excessive amounts, and boric acid (Bonide, Niban) B O NOT apply to foliage of ornamentals or to food crops. cypermethrin (Black Flag, Hi-Yield, Hot Shot, Spectracide), F, pply products as directed on the label. eugenol (Bayer dvanced) OUTOORS ONY G, imiprothrin (Raid) Imiprothrin is formulated with other pesticides in these products., allethrin (Ultra-Kill) Repeat treatments may be necessary at two-week intervals. Some products are beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) not suitable for use in residential kitchens or commercial food/feed preparation sites. Read the product label carefully., cypermethrin (Black Flag, Hi-Yield, Hot Shot, Spectracide), F, eugenol (Bayer dvanced) imiprothrin (Raid) Imiprothrin is formulated with other pesticides in these products., 304
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only ERWIG FE FE beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) Repeat treatments at 14-day intervals if necessary. Granular formulations are for G, outdoor use only and must be watered into soil or applied before rain. G,, G, prallethrin (Hot Shot, Raid) allethrin (Ultra-Kill) Only use products specifically labeled for flea control. pply to carpets and beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) crevices in flooring. O NOT leave chemical residue on surface. void accidental inhalation during application. Treat sleeping quarters of pets and other localized areas, such as under cushions and furniture, as specified on label. Vacuum boric acid (Bonide, Niban) carpets and furniture before applying, and dispose of contents properly. Sprays cypermethrin (Black Flag, Hi-Yield, Hot Shot, Spectracide), F, may be used for general area treatment. lso treat cracks, crevices and similar areas only. Foggers are only effective when used in conjunction with other sprays to other critical areas. Treat infested animals with properly labeled product for eugenol (Bayer dvanced) lasting control. See also NIM INSECT CONTRO section. imiprothrin (Black Flag) pply as directed on the label. methoprene (Precor), F, Methoprene products are insect growth regulators that control immature fleas only. Usually formulated with an adulticide. phenoxybenzl (Hot Shot) Pyriproxyfen products are insect growth regulators that control immature fleas pyriproxyfen (rcher, Nylar), only. Usually formulated with an adulticide. tetramethrin (Enforcer) beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) Concentrate on kennels and shaded areas where animals tend to rest or congregate. pply liquid formulations with sufficient spray volume to saturate soil. Granular formulations must be watered into soil or applied before rain. Repeat as needed at 4- to 6-week intervals. pply as directed on the label. See also NIM INSECT CONTRO section. G, 305 ''HOUSEHO PESTS
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only FIES FIES HORNETS, MU UBERS, WSPS, YEOW JCKETS HORNETS, MU UBERS, WSPS, YEOW JCKETS (b) Nest and adjacent areas allethrin (Ultra-Kill) Strips can only be used in unoccupied areas. pply as labeled to areas or beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) objects (such as garbage cans) infested with flies. Repeat treatments as may be cypermethrin (Black Flag, Hi-Yield, Hot Shot, Spectracide), F, necessary. See label before treating areas of vegetation. Sanitation in the area is essential for satisfactory control of flies. deltamethrin (Black Flag, Spectracide) dichlorvos (Vapona, Pest Strip, Ortho No-Pest, Hot Shot) FU strip eugenol (Bayer dvanced) lemongrass oil (Hot Shot), F (various),, F beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) pply as a surface spray to areas or objects (such as garbage cans) infested deltamethrin (Black Flag, Spectracide), imidacloprid (Maxforce) B prallethrin (Hot Shot) allethrin (Ultra-Kill) pply to insects as needed for quick knockdown. Mechanical control (swatting) beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) is usually adequate. Use product with crack and crevice nozzle to reach nests in wall voids. Remove nest when wasps are dead. cypermethrin (Black Flag, Hi-Yield, Hot Shot, Spectracide), F, prallethrin (Ultra-Kill, Spectracide), S-bioallethrin (Spectracide) beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) pply to nest or opening after dark when insects have returned to nest. Repeat treatment may be necessary. Most are packaged in pressurized containers that carbaryl (various), direct an insecticide stream of up to 10 feet. For yellow jackets and other soil-dwelling wasps, apply chemical to nests in soil. 306
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only HORNETS, MU UBERS, WSPS, YEOW JCKETS (b) Nest and adjacent areas ICE: body, head, crab (on person) MIIPEE MIIPEE MOSQUITOES pply to nest or opening after dark when insects have returned to nest. Repeat lambda-cyhalothrin (Hot Shot, Spectracide) treatment may be necessary. Most are packaged in pressurized containers that direct an insecticide stream of up to 10 feet. For yellow jackets and other soil-dwelling wasps, apply chemical to nests in soil. prallethrin (Hot Shot, Spectracide, Ultra-Kill) Not for use on paper wasps. malathion (Ovide) Shampoo formulations. Thoroughly treat infested areas of body with lotion. Wash permethrin (Nix) infested clothing with strong soap and very hot water. ryclean woolens. Ovide requires a physician s prescription. Insecticidal treatment of furniture, carpets or (Rid) other areas of the home are not needed. allethrin (Ultra-Kill) Harmless pest is short-lived once indoors; therefore, insecticides may not be beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) necessary. Spot-treat pest entrance areas (door thresholds). Outside treatment is necessary for satisfactory control. Some products are not suitable for use in residential kitchens or commercial food/feed preparation sites. Read the product cypermethrin (Black Flag, Hi-Yield, Hot Shot, Spectracide), F, label carefully. imiprothrin (Raid) Imiprothrin is formulated with other pesticides in these products. lambda-cyhalothrin (Hot Shot, Spectracide), prallethrin (Hot Shot) beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) Use as a barrier treatment along foundation wall, door threshold and window G, ledges. Some sprays may damage vegetation under hot, humid conditions. Read label precautions. For lawn treatment, apply an insecticide band 10 to 15 feet wide. pply liquid formulations with sufficient spray volume to saturate soil. Use granular formulations outdoors only; water into soil or apply before rain. Repeat G, as needed at 4- to 6-week intervals. lambda-cyhalothrin (Hot Shot, Spectracide), G,, G, allethrin (Ultra-Kill) erosol sprays may provide temporary relief. Keep insects out by installing and beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) repairing screens. Other labeled pyrethroids are also effective. cypermethrin (Black Flag, Hi-Yield, Hot Shot, Spectracide), F, deltamethrin (Black Flag, Spectracide) 307 ''HOUSEHO PESTS
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only MOSQUITOES (cont.) lemongrass oil (Hot Shot) (Raid) F MOSQUITOES (See also INSECT CONTRO IN RECRETION RES) Bacillus thuringiensis (Bti) (Mosquito unks) Solid Bacillus thuringiensis is a biopesticide containing bacteria that kill mosquitoes beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) and some biting flies. Place in small ponds, bird baths and ornamental pools (not swimming pools). Follow instructions for specifics of application. ong-term control requires eliminating or cleaning mosquito breeding areas, such deltamethrin (Black Flag, Spectracide), as discarded containers, ditches and other artificial sources of standing water. Spraying nearby vegetation may eliminate some mosquito resting sites, but some G, formulations may damage vegetation. erosols or foggers may be used for temporary relief when winds are insignificant. Use repellents on exposed body areas., O HOUSE BORER aluminum phosphide (Phostoxin) FU Use aluminum phosphide for infested furniture, stacked lumber and other wood products. pply under gas-tight tarpaulins or in a sealed chamber. Requires an rkansas Class 3 General Fumigation Commercial Pesticide pplicator s icense. beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced, Tempo) Spray, brush on or inject into wood. Seal holes in wood before injecting. void runoff. bifenthrin (Ortho, Bifen, Talstar) pply as directed on the label. cypermethrin (emon TC) deltamethrin (Suspend SC) imidacloprid + cyfluthrin (Temprid SC) pply as directed on the label. permethrin (ragnet, various others) pply as directed on the label. disodium octaborate tetrahydrate (Bora-Care, Tim-bor, Borathor), Spray, brush on or inject into wood. For permanent protection, a water repellent should be applied to exterior surfaces 2 to 3 weeks after treatment. sulfuryl fluoride (Vikane) FU pply under gas-tight tarpaulins only. Hold for 24 hours at temperature above 60 degrees F. Requires an rkansas Class 3 General Fumigation Commercial Pesticide pplicator s icense. PNTRY PESTS (Pests in food storage areas allethrin (Ultra-Kill) iscard infested material. Overall treatment of storage shelves and pantry is beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) usually not necessary. Treat cracks, crevices, moldings and similar areas only. Remove and cover food and cooking and eating utensils before spraying storage cabinets. O NOT restock shelves until surfaces are dry. Cover treated cy shelves with shelf paper if desired. Some products are not suitable for use in deltamethrin (Black Flag, Spectracide) residential kitchens or commercial food/feed preparation sites. Read the product label carefully. 308
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only PNTRY PESTS (Pests in food storage areas eugenol (Bayer dvanced) iscard infested material. Overall treatment of storage shelves and pantry is fipronil (Maxforce FC Magnum Roach Killer Bait Gel) B usually not necessary. Treat cracks, crevices, moldings and similar areas only. Remove and cover food and cooking and eating utensils before spraying storage cabinets. O NOT restock shelves until surfaces are dry. Cover treated imiprothrin (Raid) shelves with shelf paper if desired. Some products are not suitable for use in residential kitchens or commercial food/feed preparation sites. Read the product prallethrin (Hot Shot) label carefully., F Imiprothrin is formulated with other pesticides in these products. POWERPOST BEETE aluminum phosphide (Phostoxin) FU Use alluminum phosphide for infested furniture, stacked lumber or other wood products. pply under gas-tight tarpaulins or in a sealed chamber. Requires an rkansas Class 3 General Fumigation Commercial Pesticide pplicator s icense. beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced, Tempo) Coarse spray, brush on or inject into wood. void excessive runoff. bifenthrin (Ortho, Bifen, Talstar) Coarse spray, brush on or inject into wood. void excessive runoff. chlorfenapyr (Phantom) pply as directed on the label. cypermethrin (emon TC) pply as directed on the label. deltamethrin (Suspend SC) pply as directed on the label. imidacloprid + cyfluthrin (Temprid SC) pply as directed on the label. lambda-cyhalothrin (emand, Spectracide) pply as directed on the label. permethrin (ragnet, various others) pply as directed on the label. disodium octaborate tetrahydrate (Bora-Care, Tim-bor, Borathor), For long-term protection, apply a water repellent to exterior surfaces 2 to 3 weeks after treatment. sulfuryl fluoride (Vikane) FU Use sulfuryl fluoride for infested furniture, stacked lumber or other wood products. pply under gas-tight tarpaulins only. Hold for 24 hours at temperature above 60 degrees F. Requires an rkansas Class 3 General Fumigation Commercial Pesticide pplicator s icense. SCORPIONS acetamiprid + bifenthrin (Transport) pply as directed on the label. beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced, Tempo) bifenthrin (Bifen, Talstar) G, cypermethrin (Cynoff, emon, Martin s Viper) diatomaceous earth (Mother Earth ) G, lambda-cyhalothrin (emand, 228, Spectracide) G, permethrin (Flee, ragnet, Prelude, various others) phenothrin (Bedlam) (Kicker, Pyrenone, various others), silica gel (rione, Tri-ie) 309 ''HOUSEHO PESTS
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only SIVERFISH allethrin (Ultra-Kill) Treat cracks, crevices, moldings and similar areas. ttic treatment may be necessary. pply to cracks and crevices and behind and underneath appliances. beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) Spray along baseboards and other areas where silverfish are found. cypermethrin (Black Flag, Hi-Yield, Hot Shot, Spectracide), F, pply as directed on the label. deltamethrin (Black Flag, Spectracide) imiprothrin (Raid) Imiprothrin is formulated with other pesticides in these products., SOWBUGS N PIBUGS SOWBUGS N PIBUGS allethrin (Ultra-Kill) Clean up breeding and hiding places; treat thoroughly. Outdoor barrier treatments beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) along foundation and door thresholds are usually sufficient. Some products are not suitable for use in residential kitchens or commercial food/feed preparation sites. Read the product label carefully. cypermethrin (Black Flag, Hi-Yield, Hot Shot, Spectracide), F, deltamethrin (Black Flag, Spectracide),, beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) Use as a barrier treatment along foundation wall, door threshold and window G, ledges. Oil (petroleum-distillate) sprays may harm asphalt, rubber and vinyl tiles. Some sprays may damage vegetation under hot, humid conditions. Read label precautions. For lawn treatment, apply an insecticide band 10 to 15 feet wide. pply liquid formulations with sufficient spray volume to saturate soil. Granular formulations are for outdoor use only and must be watered into soil or applied G, before rain. Repeat as needed at 4- to 6-week intervals., G, 310
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only SPIERS SPIERS SPRINGTIS (Indoors and Outdoors) allethrin (Ultra-KIll) beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) Treat infested areas along baseboards. Use foggers if rooms have been undisturbed for some time and spider populations are extensive. Some products are not suitable for use in residential kitchens or commercial food/feed preparation sites. Read the product label carefully. cypermethrin (Black Flag, Hi-Yield, Hot Shot, Spectracide), F, deltamethrin (Black Flag, Spectracide) eugenol (Bayer dvanced) pply as directed on the label. imiprothrin (Raid) Imiprothrin is formulated with other pesticides in these products., Not for use on black widow and brown recluse spiders. beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) pply as a barrier treatment along foundation. Spray corners of decks, eaves, porches and other areas where spiders tend to build webs. Webbing can be knocked down as an alternative. Exercise caution when spraying in crawlspace. void inhaling spray. deltamethrin (Black Flag, Spectracide) G, pply as directed on the label. Not for use on black widow and brown recluse spiders. allethrin (Ultra-Kill) pply as a barrier spray along foundation and entry points. Some products may beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) be used indoors for temporary relief. Clean up moisture conditions that may attract insects indoors. Excess moisture may impede product effectiveness. Use indoors for temporary relief. Some products are not suitable for use in residential kitchens cypermethrin (Black Flag, Hi-Yield, Hot Shot, Spectracide), F, or commercial food/feed preparation sites. Read the product label carefully. pply as directed on the label. G, imiprothrin (Raid) Imiprothrin is formulated with other pesticides in these products. 311 ''HOUSEHO PESTS
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only SPRINGTIS (Indoors and Outdoors) (cont.) STINGING CTERPIRS STINK BUGS (Indoors and outdoors) STORE FOO PESTS TERMITE RYWOO SPECIES (Wood treatment) beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced) pply as directed on label. pply as directed on label. cypermethrin (Raid) pply as directed on label. deltamethrin (Raid) pply as directed on label. G, pply as directed on label. See Caterpillar entry under INSECT CONTRO FOR ORNMENTS GROWN IN NURSERIES OR NSCPES section. See Pantry Pests. acetamiprid + bifenthrin (Transport) Coarse spray or drill and inject into wood. aluminum phosphide (Phostoxin) FU pply under gas-tight tarpaulins or in sealed chamber. Requires an rkansas Class 3 General Fumigation Commercial Pesticide pplicator s icense. beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced, Tempo) Coarse surface spray or inject into wood. bifenthrin (Ortho, Bifen, Talstar) Coarse spray or inject into wood. cypermethrin (emon TC) Coarse spray or inject into wood for localized infestations. dinotefuran (lpine) FM, pply as directed on label. fipronil (Termidor, Taurus) FM, Coarse spray or inject into wood. imidacloprid (ominion, Premise) FM, rill and inject spray or foam into voids. imidacloprid + cyfluthrin (Temprid SC) pply as directed on label. lambda-cyhalothrin (emand, Spectracide) pply as directed on label. ocalized treatments. Spectracide is not recommended as a sole protection against termites. permethrin (ragnet, various others) Coarse spray on wood for localized infestation. disodium octaborate tetrahydrate (Bora-Care, Tim-bor, Coarse surface spray or inject wood. Borathor) sulfuryl fluoride (Vikane) FU pply under gas-tight tarpaulins only. Hold for 24 hours at temperature above 60 degrees F. Requires an rkansas Class 3 General Fumigation Commercial Pesticide pplicator s icense. thiamethoxam (Optigard) Coarse spray or drill and inject into wood. 312
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only TERMITE RYWOO SPECIES (Wood treatment) TERMITE SUBTERRNEN SPECIES (a) Wood treatment This product is intended to kill workers and/or winged reproductive forms of termites present at the time of application only. pplication of this product will not provide structural protection nor substitute for mechanical alteration, soil or foundation treatment with termiticide. This product is not to be used as sole protection against termites, as it is not intended for use for elimination of termite infestations nor for protection against future infestations. professional inspection is recommended. acetamiprid + bifenthrin (Transport) beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced, Tempo) Coarse spray, brush on or inject into wood. void excess runoff. bifenthrin (Ortho, Bifen, Talstar) For use only in voids or channels in damaged wood or to cracks and spaces between wooden members of structures. chlorantraniliprole (ltriset) Coarse spray around or inject into infested poles, trees and stumps (outdoors). chlorfenapyr (Phantom) Coarse spray or inject into wood. cypermethrin (emon TC) Coarse surface spray or inject into wood. deltamethrin (Suspend SC) Coarse surface spray or inject into wood. diflubenzuron (dvance, Isopthor, abyrinth, Truth) S boveground stations used in conjunction with in-ground baiting systems. dinotefuran (lpine) FM, pply as directed on label. fipronil (Termidor, Taurus) FM, Coarse spray or inject into wood. imidacloprid (Premise) B, FM, Gel and foam formulations may be injected into voids or damaged wood. imidacloprid + cyfluthrin (Temprid SC) pply as directed on label. lambda-cyhalothrin (emand, Spectracide) pply as directed on label. ocalized treatments. Spectracide is not recommended as a sole protection against termites. noviflumuron (Recruit IV G) S vailable only as part of the Sentricon in-ground system. permethrin (ragnet, various others) Coarse spray, brush on or inject into wood. void excessive runoff. disodium octaborate tetrahydrate (Bora-Care, Tim-bor, Borathor), Spray, brush on or inject into wood. For long-term protection, apply a water repellent to exterior wood surfaces 2 to 3 weeks after treatment. Not a replacement for soil treatment. This product is intended to kill workers and/or winged reproductive forms of termites present at the time of application only. pplication of this product will not provide structural protection nor substitute for mechanical alteration, soil or foundation treatment with termiticide. This product is not to be used as sole protection against termites, as it is not intended for use for elimination of termite infestations nor for protection against future infestations. professional inspection is recommended. 313 ''HOUSEHO PESTS
HOUSEHO N STRUCTUR PEST CONTRO Products for Use by the General Public and Products for Professional Use Only TERMITE SUBTERRNEN SPECIES (b) Soil treatment NOTE: Most structural termite infestations require treatment by a pest control professional with a Class 1 Termite and Other Structural Pest Control icense issued by the rkansas State Plant Board. TICKS (Outdoors) WSPS, YEOW JCKETS acetamiprid + bifenthrin (Transport) pply as directed on label. beta-cyfluthrin (Bayer dvanced, Tempo) pply as directed on label. bifenthrin (Bifen, Ortho, Talstar) pply as directed on label. chlorfenapyr (Phantom) pply as directed on label. chlorantraniliprole (ltriset) pply as directed on label. cypermethrin (emon, Prevail FT) pply as directed on label. diflubenzuron (dvance, Isopthor, abyrinth, Truth) S pply as directed on label. fipronil (Termidor, Taurus) pply as directed on label. hexaflumuron (Shatter) B Shatter is for localized treatments. imidacloprid (Bayer dvanced, Premise) G, pply as directed on label. imidacloprid + cyfluthrin (Temprid SC) pply as directed on label. indoxacarb (rilon) rilon should be used for spot or localized treatment only. (rilon is not intended as a sole protection against termites.) lambda-cyhalothrin (emand, Spectracide) pply as directed on label. novaluron (Trelona) B pply as directed on label. noviflumuron (Recruit H) S pply as directed on label. permethrin (ragnet) pply as directed on label. See Brown og Tick and control of ticks in NIM INSECT CONTRO section. See Hornets, Mud aubers, Wasps, Yellow Jackets. 314
INUSTRI N HOUSEHO PESTS Pesticides for use by licensed pest control operators only Chemical Class 1 Inorganic Carbamates Organophosphates Pyrethroids Pesticide Boric acid (Niban, InTice) iatomaceous earth (Perma- Guard, Mother Earth ) Silica gel (rione, Tri-ie, CimeXa) Sodium Tetraborate (dvance 388B, Cymex) Methomyl (Stimukil) Propoxur (Invader, Prenbay) cephate (Orthene) ichlorvos (Nuvan) Bifenthrin (Bifen, Talstar) Formulation 2 B, 3 3 B B B S S Strip S S, G S S G S S S S G S S 3 S 3 3 Pests ants Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y bed bugs Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y bees Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y booklice Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y bugs (true) 4 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y carpet beetles Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y centipedes Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y clothes moths Y Y Y Y Y Y clover mites Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y cockroaches Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y crickets Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y earwigs Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y fleas Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y flies/gnats Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y hornets/wasps Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y lady beetles Y Y Y Y Y Y Y millipedes Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y mosquitoes Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y pantry pests Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y scorpions Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y silverfish Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y sowbugs Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y spiders Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y springtails Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y ticks Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 1 lternating uses of insecticides in different chemical classes can help reduce the likelihood of the pests developing resistance to one group or class of compounds. 2 Formulation esignations: = aerosol (includes crack and crevice); B = bait (granular, gel or station); = dust; S = sprayable (concentrate or powder, some RTU formulations); G = granular. 3 Some formulations of diatomaceous earth and silica gel contain pyrethrins as a flushing agent. Some pyrethrins and pyrethroid formulations contain piperonyl butoxide as a synergist. 4 True bugs includes boxelder bugs, stink bugs, kudzu bugs and similar occasional invaders. 315 Cyfluthrin (Tempo, Tempo Ultra) Cypermethrin (emon, Cynoff) eltamethrin (eltaust, eltagard, Suspend) eltamethrin (eltaust, eltagard, Suspend) eltamethrin (eltaust, eltagard, Suspend) Esfenvalerate (Onslaught) Etofenprox (Zenprox) ambda-cyhalothrin (Cyonara, emand, Grenade) ambda-cyhalothrin (emand) Permethrin (ragnet, Prelude) Phenothrin (Bedlam) Pyrethrins and pyrethrum (Kicker, Pyrenone) Pyrethrins and pyrethrum (Kicker, Pyrenone) Pyrethrins and pyrethrum (Kicker, Pyrenone) ''HOUSEHO PESTS
INUSTRI N HOUSEHO PESTS Pesticides for use by licensed pest control operators only Chemical Class 1 Insect Growth Regulators 3 Neonicotinoids Other Classes Pesticide Hydroprene (Gentrol) Methoprene (ltosid, Precor) Methoprene (ltosid, Precor) Pyriproxyfen (rcher, Ultracide) cetamiprid (Transport) 5 inotefuran (lpine) inotefuran (lpine) ticks Y Y Y Y 1 lternating uses of insecticides in different chemical classes can help reduce the likelihood of the pests developing resistance to one group or class of compounds. 2 Formulation esignations: = aerosol; B = bait (granular, gel or station); BR = briquet; = dust; F = fumigant, FM = foam; G = granular; S = sprayable (concentrate or powder, some RTU formulations); WG = water dispersible granule. 3 IGR products are not typically effective against adult stage of pests. Use an adulticide to provide quicker control of pest population. 4 True bugs includes boxelder bugs, stink bugs, kudzu bugs and similar occasional invaders. 5 Transport spray also contains bifenthrin; outdoor use only. inotefuran (lpine) inotefuran (lpine) Imidacloprid (Maxforce, Premise, Temprid) 9 Formulation 2, S B, S, S B, S B FM B, S B, S B F S B S B, G, S, S B B WG F Pests ants Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y bed bugs Y Y Y Y Y Y bees Y Y Y booklice Y bugs (true) 4 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y carpet beetles Y Y Y centipedes Y Y Y Y Y clothes moths Y Y Y clover mites Y Y Y cockroaches Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y crickets Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y earwigs Y Y Y Y Y Y Y fleas Y Y Y Y Y flies/gnats Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y hornets/wasps Y Y Y Y Y lady beetles Y Y Y Y millipedes Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y mosquitoes Y Y Y Y Y Y pantry pests Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y scorpions Y Y silverfish Y Y Y Y Y sowbugs Y Y Y Y Y Y spiders Y Y Y Y Y Y springtails Y Y Y Y 316 Thiamethoxam (Optigard) 10 Clothianidin (Maxforce Impact) bamectin (scend, vert, dvance) luminum phosphide (Phostoxin) 6 Chlorfenapyr (Phantom) 7 Cyantraniliprole (Zyrox) d-imonene (Orange Guard) 6 Requires a Class 3 General Fumigation or a Class 8 Food Related Fumigation icense issued by the rkansas State Plant Board. 7 Chlorfenapyr labeled for indoor use only for these pests. Phantom is not a knockdown insecticide for pests such as wasps. 8 Termidor is labeled for outdoor use only; use other fipronil products indoors. 9 Temprid contains both imidacloprid and beta-cyfluthrin. 10 Optigard is not for use against pharoah ants or carpenter ants. Fipronil (Maxforce F, TopChoice, Termidor 8, Taurus) 2-Phenylethyl propionate (EcoPCO R-X) Hydramethylnon (mdro, Maxforce) Indoxacarb (dvion) Indoxacarb (rilon) Sulfuryl fluoride (Vikane, Profume) 6