Pesticide Classification |
__ Herbicide |
__ Fungicide
__Bactericide |
_X Insecticide/Miticide
__ Molluscicide __ Repellent |
Properties |
Properties |
Properties |
__ Selective
__ Non-selective
__ Pre-emergent
__ Post-emergent
__ Systemic
__ Contact |
__ Broad Spectrum
__ Specific
__ Systemic
__ Non-systemic
__ Protectant
__ Eradicant |
_X Synthetic
__ Biological
__ Oil
__ Soap
__ Botanical
__ Other |
_X Broad-spectrum
__ Specific
__ Systemic
_X Non-systemic
_X Contact poison
_X Stomach poison
__ Other |
Common Brand Names:
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Bonide Fire Ant Killer |
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Hi-Yield Bug Blaster II Turf, Termite & Ornamental Insect Control |
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Ortho Bug-B-Gon® Max® Insect Killer for Lawns |
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Ortho Bug-B-Gon® Max® Lawn & Garden Insect Killer (Concentrate & RTS) |
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Ortho Home Defense Max® Insect Killer Granules |
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Talstar (Commercial product) |
Chemical Action and Usages: Bifenthrin (Chemical name= (2methyl [1, 1-biphenyl]-3-yl) methyl 3- (2-chloro-3, 3, 3-trifluoro-1propenyl)-2, 2-dimethylcyclopropane carboxylate)) is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide that has both contact and stomach poison action. It is a non-systemic chemical used to control pests such as ants, silverfish, cockroaches and other household type pests. It is also labeled for ornamental and lawn and garden pests such as aphids, mealybugs, scale, caterpillars, grasshoppers, leafhopper, thrips, whitefly, the Asian multicolored lady beetle and mites, including the Spruce spider mite. Bifenthrin is available in RTU formulations, granules and emulsifiable concentrates.
Cautions/Instructions: Read the label carefully of the brand and formulation you have selected. Apply the product according to the directions on the label. If used on food crops, consult the product label for the appropriate harvest waiting period after last application.
Toxicity: Bifenthrin is moderately toxic to birds and highly toxic to fish. It is moderately toxic to mammals when ingested. . In humans, harmful if absorbed through the skin. Overexposure to the skin may cause a tingling sensation which may last up to 12 hours.