Esfenvalerate

A popular insecticide active ingredient used to eliminate a wide range of damaging pests is a synthetic pyrethroid known as Esfenvalerate. Esfenvalerate was initially formulated to control insect infestations on commercial agricultural properties where various types of ectoparasites (e.g., lice, fleas, and mite species) were notorious for infesting cattle, sheep, and poultry. It has since been made available for household consumers.

Here at Solutions Pest & Lawn, we sell quality Esfenvalerate products. On this page, we will share information about this active ingredient, its mode of action, and its benefits. You can also conveniently shop our recommended esfenvalerate-based products.

What Is Esfenvalerate?

Esfenvalerate is a synthetic pyrethroid active ingredient known for its rapid knockdown of insects and low-toxicity formula. Synthetic pyrethroids are popularly used in broad-spectrum insecticide concentrates and are made to mimic the effects of natural Pyrethrins.

Esfenvalerate is a commonly sought-after product by pest control professionals because it effectively controls a wide range of insects and is versatile. Esfenvalerate products can often be used indoors and outdoors in commercial and residential settings.

Esfenvalerate comes in several different formulations, from microencapsulated formulas to liquid insecticide concentrates and aerosols. Whether dealing with spiders, fleas, scorpions, or general preventative pest control, a few active ingredients are superior to Esfenvalerate.

How Does Esfenvalerate Work?

Mode of Action

Esfenvalerate goes to work immediately once an insect has come into contact with or ingests the ingredient. The active ingredient mimics the effect of pyrethrins, a natural insecticide derived from the chrysanthemum flower.

Esfenvalerate interferes with the insect's nerve cells, leading to paralysis and preventing the insect from performing normal functions like feeding and grooming. It isn’t long before the insect dies from being unable to feed itself.

Benefits of Esfenvalerate

Esfenvalerate is popular for its quick knockdown and long-lasting residual control against various crawling and flying insect pests. As a result, pest control professionals commonly use Esfenvalerate products when tasked with eliminating insect infestations.

Esfenvalerate pesticide products can be used indoors or outdoors as crack and crevice or spot treatments to control residual ants, centipedes, carpenter bees, various cockroach species, scorpions, yellow jackets, and many other pests.

Drawbacks of Esfenvalerate

Esfenvalerate can be sprayed indoors and outdoors, but it cannot be applied to garden plants or edible vegetables and fruit. It can also not be sprayed directly on animals and pets to treat fleas or ticks.

Is Esfenvalerate Safe?

Esfenvalerate is safe to apply when applied according to the label directions. When handling this product, wear the proper safety gear and equipment, such as gloves, protective eyewear, a safety mask, and long-sleeved clothing. Avoid treated areas until the product has completely dried.

What to Expect

While Esfenvalerate pesticides deliver a quick knockdown, they are not instant kill products. Some insects can die in as little as 30 minutes, but for others, it can take longer. Depending on your target pest's life cycle, you may need to reapply the Esfenvalerate product in 14 to 21 days.

Esfenvalerate has a residual that will last 3 months indoors and 1 to 2 months outdoors, depending on the season. It's recommended to spray monthly or quarterly for preventative control of target pests.

Indoor applications should be limited to crack and crevice treatments only, while outdoors, you can treat around the perimeters of structures, lawn turf, and vegetation.

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