Delta Dust Insecticide
Delta Dust Insecticide
Delta Dust Insecticide, manufactured by Bayer, is a waterproof insecticide that provides quick control of numerous pests and stored product pests such as webbing clothes moths for up to 8 months.
As a long-term residual insecticide, it will crawling or stored product pests that come into contact with the dust.As these pests clean their feet or groom, the product will be ingested causing them to die.
Delta Dust Insecticide unique odorless formulation will not clump or absorb moisture allowing complete insect control in damp environments, which pests like silverfish prefer.
Tools Needed
To use Delta Dust Insecticide, you will need a hand-held duster, power duster, paintbrush or some other suitable tool to apply the dust properly.
How to Use
- Step 1: Determine how much Delta Dust Insecticide to use by measuring the square footage of the treatment area. To do this, you will need to measure and multiply the area length x width. Delta Dust Insecticide should be applied at a rate of 2 to 3 grams per square yard or 0.5 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft. If you calculated a treatment area of 2,000 sq. ft., you will need 1 lb. of Delta Dust.
- Step 2: Add the appropriate amount of Delta Dust Insecticide to a hand or power duster based on your calculations.
- Step 3: Apply Delta Dust Insecticide lightly to cracks, crevices and other areas where insect activity is seen. Apply to ornamental plants weekly until insect activity has stopped.
Where to Use
Delta Dust Insecticide can be applied indoors or outdoors in and around various areas in a residential, commercial, industrial building. For indoor use, this product is ideal for treating cracks, crevices and under areas of appliances, cabinets, wall void, floors, around plumbing areas, crawl spaces, closets, attics, behind electrical wall sockets, along base boards, window seals and doorways. For outdoor use, DeltaDust can be used in flower beds, structure perimeters, sanitary sewers, telecommunication conduits, junction boxes, fire ant mounds, and more.
When to Use
Delta Dust Insecticide can be used as a preventative measure to keep infestations from occurring and for treating areas where targeted pests have been spotted.
Safety Information
Delta Dust Insecticide is safe to use around children and pets when applied according to the product label instructions. Always wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling and applying this product.
Do not apply on general surface areas such as countertops, where food is handled or where serving dishes are kept. Cover all food processing or handling equipment and remove all food products that may be contaminated when applying Delta Dust.
Special Considerations
Bees are a vital part of the environment. Waiting for calm weather before applying Delta Dust Insecticide outdoors will prevent the product from drifting towards crops or weeds while bees are foraging. Do not allow this product to enter storm drains, drainage ditches where innocent wildlife may come in contact with the pesticide.
Availability | In Stores, Online |
Restricted Use | No |
Shipping Restrictions | AK, CA, CT, HI, IN, MI, NY, OR, RI, SC, VT, WA |
Brand | BAYER |
Keith's Pro Tips | "Insecticide dusts should be used alongside liquid insecticides and baits because dusts will be able to reach those places the other products cannot. Dusts also have a longer residual effect." |
Product Drawbacks | Delta Dust does work well when applying outside during windy weather. If treatment is needed and the weather is too windy try using an insecticidal spray such as Dominion 2L. |
Target Pests | Aphids, Beet Armyworms, Blister Beetles, Boxelder Bugs, Boxwood Leafminers, Cadelles, Cheese Mites, Cigarette Beetles, Confused Flour Beetles, Dark Meal Worms, Dermestids, Drugstore Beetles, Elm Leaf Beetles, Fire Ants, Flea Beetles, Grain Mites, Granary Weevils, Holly Leafminers, Indian Meal Moths, Japanese Beetles, Leafhoppers, Leafroller, Lesser Grain Borers, Lesser Mealworms, Mediterranean Flour Moths, Merchant Grain Beetles, Oak Leafminers, Orange Tortrix, Periodical Cicadas, Plant Bugs, Red Flour Beetles, Rice Weevils, Rose Chafers, Rose Midges, Rose Slugs, Rusty Grain Beetles, Saw-toothed Grain Beetles, Spider Beetles, Spruce Needle Leafminers, Tent Caterpillars, Thrips, Tobacco Moths, Warehouse Moths, Weevils, and Yellow Meal Moths. |
Application Equipment | Duster, Gloves, Respirator Mask |
Application Methods | Crack & Crevice, Spot Treatment |
Active Ingredient | Deltamethrin 0.05% |
Product Type | Insecticide |
Formulation | Dust |
Application Rate | Delta Dust is a ready-to-use insecticide and does not require mixing. Delta Dust Insecticide should be applied at 2 to 3 grams per square yard. Delta Dust Insecticide should be applied at 0.5 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft. |
Shelf Life | Delta Dust will last for up to 3 years when stored in original container in a cool, dry, locked place out of reach of children. |
Yield | A standard 1 lb. bottle of Delta Dust Insecticide covers approximately 2000 sq. ft. |
Use Sites | Indoors, Outdoors |
Time to Kill | Delta Dust can kill targeted pests within 24 to 48 hours. |
Comparable Products | D-Fense Dust, Drione Dust |
EPA Registration # | 432-772 |
Did not want use gasoline as DIY due to well water contamination.
Loved watching all the end of season queens trying to escape their deadly coating of dust!!
Restricted Use | No |
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Shipping Restrictions | AK, CA, CT, HI, IN, MI, NY, OR, RI, SC, VT, WA |
Availability | In Stores, Online |
Signal Word | CAUTION |
Keith's Pro Tip | "Insecticide dusts should be used alongside liquid insecticides and baits because dusts will be able to reach those places the other products cannot. Dusts also have a longer residual effect." |
Target Pests Multi | Ants, Aphids, Bed Bugs, Bees, Beet Armyworms, Black Carpet Beetles, Blister Beetles, Boxelder Bugs, Boxwood Leafminers, Cadelles, Carpenter Ants, Carpenter Bees, Centipedes, Cheese Mites, Cigarette Beetles, Clothes_Moths, Cockroaches, Common Carpet Beetles, Confused Flour Beetles, Crickets, Dark Mealworms, Dermestid Beetles, Drugstore Beetles, Elm Leaf Beetles, Fire Ants, Firebrats, Flea Beetle, Fleas, Furniture Beetles, Grain Mites, Granary Weevils, Ground Beetles, Holly Leafminers, Indianmeal Moths, Japanese Beetle, Leafhoppers, Leafrollers, Lesser Grain Borers, Lesser Mealworms, Mediterranean Flour Moth, Merchant Grain Beetles, Millipedes, Oak Leafminers, Orange Tortrix, Periodical Cicadas, Plant Bugs, Red Flour Beetles, Rice Weevils, Rose Chafers, Rose Midges, Rose Slugs, Rusty Grain Beetles, Saw-Tooth Grain Beetles, Scorpions, Silverfish, Sowbugs, Spiders, Spider_Beetles, Spruce Needle Leafminers, Tent Caterpillars, Termites, Thrips, Ticks, Tobacco Chocolate Moths, Varied Carpet Beetles, Warehouse Moths, Wasps, Weevils, Yellow Meal Moths |
Time to Kill | Delta Dust can kill targeted pests within 24 to 48 hours. |
Chemical Type | Insecticide |
Formulation | Dust |
Application Methods | Crack & Crevice, Spot Treatment |
Product Drawbacks | Delta Dust does work well when applying outside during windy weather. If treatment is needed and the weather is too windy try using an insecticidal spray such as Dominion 2L. |
Active Ingredient | Deltamethrin 0.05% |
Application Equipment | Duster, Gloves, Respirator Mask |
Mix Rate | Delta Dust is a ready-to-use insecticide and does not require mixing. Delta Dust Insecticide should be applied at 2 to 3 grams per square yard. Delta Dust Insecticide should be applied at 0.5 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft. |
Low Use Rate | 7.83 oz./1,000 sq. ft. |
High Use Rate | 8 oz./1,000 sq. ft. |
Use Sites | Indoors, Outdoors |
Yield | A standard 1 lb. bottle of Delta Dust Insecticide covers approximately 2000 sq. ft. |
EPA Registration No. | 432-772 |
Shelf Life | Delta Dust will last for up to 3 years when stored in original container in a cool, dry, locked place out of reach of children. |
Comparable Products | D-Fense Dust, Drione Dust |
Children or pets? | No |
Property Characteristics | None |
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Q:Does it kill cicada killer wasps?7/21/23A:Delta Dust Insecticide is labeled to kill periodical cicadas, which is a separate pest from cicada killer wasp. To control cicada killer wasp, check out our DIY guide. https://www.solutionsstores.com/cicada-killer
Amanda Chavez
7/24/23Certified Buyer -
Q:How often do you have to reapply?5/10/23A:When the bugs reappear
Alvin D. Easterday
5/10/23Certified Buyer -
Q:Will this work on large black carpenter ants?4/12/23A:Delta Dust Insecticide will kill indoor carpenter ant infestations. Refer to the bottom of page 4 of the product label for specific application instructions.
Amanda Chavez
4/12/23Certified Buyer -
Q:I want to treat spider problems around the perimeter of my home especially in the front port and near the garage such as the coach lights. What is the best way to apply this dust.? But first is this dust effective in killing spiders?3/26/22A:Delta Dust Insecticide is labeled to control spiders. To apply directly into cracks and crevices, use a bulbous duster or other suitable equipment. For perimeter treatments, you may need to use a hand or power duster.
Amanda Chavez
3/28/22Certified Buyer -
Q:Will Delta Dust kill black widows as well?9/26/21A:Delta Dust Insecticide is not labeled to control black widows. We recommend using Reclaim IT, which will treat black widow spiders. https://www.solutionsstores.com/reclaim-it-insecticide
Amanda Chavez
9/30/21Certified Buyer -
Q:Does delta dust harm grass?6/4/21A:We use it in the flower bed and around the grassy areas with no problems
Randy Somermeyer
6/6/21Certified Buyer -
Q:Will it kill black widows?6/10/19
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Q:Does Delta dust work on brown recluse spiders and how long does it take to kill them?8/11/18A:Yes, you can use Delta Dust to kill Brown Recluse Spiders in cracks and crevices. It will take about 5 minutes to kill them once they have come in contact with the Deltamethrin.
Camille Landry
8/13/18Certified Buyer -
Q:Does this kill Hornets?7/24/18A:Yes, it will kill hornets when they come in contact with the dust. Does not work on contact though.
Camille Landry
7/25/18Certified Buyer -
Q:Can delta dust be mixed with water and applied with a garden sprayer?7/16/18A:If Delta Dust is mixed with water it’s effectiveness will be greatly degraded. It should be applied using a duster.
Eugene Burrell
7/17/18Certified Buyer