Dichlorovos

An effective active ingredient that is often used as a fumigant to essentially “gas out” flying insects like mosquitoes and flies is Dichlorovos, also abbreviated as DDVP.

On this page, we want to share with you some background on Dichlorovos, its origin and why it works so well to eliminate problem pests in the household. Here you can also shop the top-recommended pesticide products we have in stock which contain Dichlorovos.

What is Dichlorovos?

Dichlorovos or DDVP is an organophosphate active ingredient used to control household pests.  Dichlorovos was first registered in 1954 under the trade name Vapona™ by Shell Chemical Company in the form of pest strips. DDVP has been used primarily to protect areas where there are stored products from pest infestations.

Dichlorovos has had a long history as an effective pesticide product, having been used in museums, pantries and agricultural settings to control problem pests.

How Does Dichlorovos Work?

Dichlorovos works by inhibiting an important enzyme in insects that controls their impulses. This leads to the insect's nervous system being compromised and eventually leads to their death.

Benefits of Dichlorovos

Dichlorovos is very effective against insects and has been used for over 50 years to control insects that invade pantries, agricultural crops and other areas. Dichlorovos can kill a wide range of pests, even those that are resistant to most pesticides. Dichlorovos can penetrate areas that typical pesticides sometimes can't, such as cracks & crevices, behind walls or other tightly packed areas.

Drawbacks of Dichlorovos

Dichlorovos can cause health concerns if not properly used. Read the label carefully and apply only as described in the instructions.

Is Dichlorovos Safe?

Dichlorovos is safe to use when applied strictly according to accompanying instructions. Dichlorovos has raised concerns as an unsafe product, but this is largely due to misuse of the product and not following the directions on the label properly. It is important to be extra careful when applying Dichlorovos products as it can be harmful to breathe in the product.

Please wear the necessary PPE when handling and applying the product to an area (gloves, protective respirator mask, protective eyewear, etc.)

What To Expect

Dichlorovos applied in an area will require you to leave the product in an enclosed space for a few hours before returning and ventilating the area so the fumes dissipate. You can expect the active ingredient to continue being effective in killing insects for up to four months.

Featured Products

Nuvan Prostrips - Nuvan Prostrips release vapors to control various types of insects such as flies, mosquitoes, bedbugs, and gnats. These strips are secured in a plastic encasement that is hung up in areas where targeted pests are seen. One 16-gram strip will treat 100 to 200 cubic feet. Each strip lasts for up to 4 months and can easily be replaced without creating a mess.

Nuvan Directed Spray Aerosol - Effective chemical aerosol designed to control various household pests such as bed bugs, ants, cockroaches, flies and more. Works via vapor action.