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Title: Chemical Constituents of Pesticide Companies


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Chemical Constituents of Pesticide Companies
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Chemical Constituents of Pesticide Companies
It is necessary to understand the chemical
composition of pesticides because the chemicals
used by pesticide companies may impact your
health. Therefore, you need to avail this
information from your exterminator. Some common
chemicals used are
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Pyrethroids and Pyrethrins
They paralyze and kill the insect/pest. However,
they are not very harmful to humans. But, they
are toxic for acquatic creatures. Hence, they
should not be sprayed in water.
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Piperonyl Butoxide
These are used as additives to pesticides to
increase their efficiency. Although it is not
toxic to humans, its consumption can cause
vomiting and diarrhea.
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Hydramethylnon
It is used as a bait for ants, crickets,
cockroaches, termites, etc. It is not very
harmful to humans. But it can cause irritation to
the eyes and respiratory tract if handled
carelessly.
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Fipronil
It is used for effective control of ants,
beetles, cockroaches, etc. However, if carefully
handled it is not harmful for humans.
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Boric Acid
It is a wide powder used in many pesticides. It
is effective in controlling many pests. Careful
usage is safe for humans.
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