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Scientific name

Pyrethrins

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	__ Synthetic __ Biological __ Oil __ Soap _X Botanical __ Other	_X Broad-spectrum __ Specific __ Systemic _X Non-systemic _X Contact poison __ Stomach poison __ Other

Common Brand Names:

	Natural Guard Natural Insect Spray
	Hi-Yield Tomato & Vegetable Spray
	Schultz Houseplants & Gardens Pyrethrum Insect Spray
	Safer Tomato & Vegetable RTU (+ soap)
	Earth-tone Insect Control (plus canola oil)
	Monterey Take Down Garden Spray (plus canola oil)

Chemical Action and Usages: Botanical insecticide with the active ingredients of pyrethrins (natural insecticides extracted from certain chrysanthemums). This is a contact spray which rapidly penetrates insect nervous systems causing paralysis. Pyrethrins naturally break down quite rapidly on exposure to sunlight, with residual toxicity persisting for less than one day. Helps control a variety of insects including aphids, beetles, cabbage loopers, gnats, leafhoppers, mealybugs, moths, stink bugs, thrips, whiteflies and mites. These products may be used on certain houseplants, ornamentals, fruits, vegetables, shrubs, vines and trees. May be used on food crops up to the day of harvest.

Cautions/Instructions: Read the label carefully of the brand you have selected. Apply the product according to the instructions on the label. Do not apply to bodies of water.

Toxicity: Low toxicity to humans, birds and pets. Can be toxic to bees and other beneficial insects. Toxic to fish.