Beta-Cyfluthrin 7.5% SC – Product Details

Product Description

Beta-Cyfluthrin 7.5% SC is a suspension concentrate (SC) insecticide containing 7.5% beta-cyfluthrin as its active ingredient. It is classified as a low-toxicity insecticide and is specifically formulated for public health pest control in indoor environments.

This product is suitable for use in a wide range of indoor settings including residences, hotels, restaurants, shops, schools, hospitals, factories, offices, and warehouses. It is primarily used for the control of houseflies through residual spraying on indoor surfaces. Some formulations of this product may also be used against mosquitoes and cockroaches.

Application Method:

• Target pest: Houseflies (indoor)

• Dosage: 0.4 mL/m² of formulated product

• Application method: Residual spraying

The product should be diluted with water and applied as a uniform residual spray on walls, floors, doors, windows, cabinet backs, beams, garbage bin surfaces (inside and outside), and behind radiators. The spray volume should be sufficient to thoroughly wet the surface with slight run-off to ensure even coverage.

Mode of Action

Beta-cyfluthrin is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide. It belongs to IRAC resistance group 3A and acts as a non-systemic insecticide with both contact and stomach action.

The insecticide exerts its neurotoxic effects by targeting the voltage-gated sodium channels (VGSCs) in insect neurons. The primary mechanism involves:

1. State-dependent binding – Beta-cyfluthrin preferentially binds to the open state of sodium channels, meaning its effect is more pronounced in active neurons.

2. Prolonged channel opening – The binding stabilizes the open conformation of the channel, significantly slowing both inactivation and deactivation processes.

3. Neuronal hyperexcitability – This results in a persistent influx of sodium ions, leading to repetitive firing, paralysis, convulsions, and ultimately death of the insect.

Beta-cyfluthrin also exhibits good quick-acting (knockdown) properties and has certain ovicidal and adult repellent effects. Its rapid knockdown effect and prolonged residual action make it particularly effective for indoor residual spraying applications.

Advantages

• Broad-spectrum efficacy – Effective against a wide range of crawling and flying insects including houseflies, mosquitoes, cockroaches, ants, fleas, spiders, and other common indoor pests.

• Rapid knockdown – Provides immediate knockdown effect upon contact.

• Long residual activity – Maintains effective control for extended periods on treated surfaces.

• Low toxicity – Classified as low-toxicity for mammals, making it suitable for use in sensitive environments such as schools, hospitals, and offices.

• Low odor – Practically odorless with minimal visible residue after application.

• Non-flammable – Safe for use in various indoor settings.

• UV and temperature stable – Maintains efficacy on various surface types.

Precautions

Personal Protective Measures

1. Must wear protective equipment including face masks, rubber boots, gloves, and other protective clothing during application.

2. Avoid inhalation of the spray mist and prevent contact with skin and eyes.

3. Wash hands, face, and exposed skin thoroughly after use; clean work clothes after application.

Application Precautions

4. Prepare fresh solution – Dilute immediately before use; do not store diluted product for extended periods.

5. Alkaline instability – The product decomposes under alkaline conditions (pH > 7.5). Do not mix with alkaline substances.

6. Slight stratification – If slight separation occurs after prolonged storage, shake well before use; efficacy is not affected.

7. Indoor use only – This product is restricted to indoor applications.

8. Do not apply to humans or food – Never spray directly on people or food items.

User Restrictions

9. Sensitive individuals – People with sensitive constitutions, pregnant women, and nursing mothers should stay away from the product and application areas. Persons with allergies should not use this product.

10. Seek medical attention – If any adverse reactions occur during use, consult a doctor immediately.

Container Disposal

11. Proper disposal – Used containers should be properly disposed of and not reused for other purposes or discarded carelessly.

Environmental Hazards

• Highly toxic to fish and aquatic organisms – This pesticide is extremely toxic to fish and aquatic invertebrates. Keep away from aquaculture areas, ponds, and other water bodies. Do not wash application equipment in rivers, ponds, or other water sources.

• Highly toxic to honeybees – Toxic to bees through both contact and oral exposure. Avoid application during the flowering period of nectar plants. Do not use near apiaries, silkworm rearing houses, or mulberry fields.

• Toxic to silkworms – Keep away from sericulture areas.

• Avoid environmental release – Do not allow pesticide to enter or run off into storm drains, drainage ditches, or surface waters.

• Aquatic toxicity classification – Classified as Category 1 hazard for both short-term and long-term aquatic toxicity.

Product Attributes

FAQ

Q1: What pests does Beta-Cyfluthrin 7.5% SC control?

A: It is primarily used for controlling houseflies indoors. Some formulations are also effective against mosquitoes and cockroaches (German cockroaches). It has broad-spectrum activity against over 60 different types of indoor and outdoor insects including ants, fleas, spiders, silverfish, and crickets.

Q2: How long does the residual effect last?

A: Beta-cyfluthrin provides long-lasting residual activity on treated surfaces. Products containing beta-cyfluthrin can last up to 3 months under appropriate conditions.

Q3: Is this product safe for use around children and pets?

A: The product is classified as low toxicity. However, it should be kept out of reach of children. Do not apply when people (especially children) or pets are present in the treatment area. Allow surfaces to dry completely before allowing re-entry. Sensitive individuals, pregnant women, and nursing mothers should avoid the product and application areas.

Q4: Can this product be used outdoors?

A: This specific formulation is restricted to indoor use only. Some beta-cyfluthrin formulations may be labeled for both indoor and outdoor use, but always follow the specific product label instructions.

Q5: What should I do if I accidentally get the product on my skin or in my eyes?

A: If the liquid contacts skin or eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention. If inhaled, move to fresh air immediately and consult a doctor. If swallowed, seek medical treatment immediately with the product label.

Q6: What are the symptoms of poisoning?

A: Poisoning symptoms include headache, convulsions, spasms, nausea, and vomiting.

Q7: Can I mix this product with other pesticides?

A: Do not mix with alkaline substances as beta-cyfluthrin decomposes under alkaline conditions (pH > 7.5). Due to the risk of resistance development with prolonged or high-dose use of pyrethroids, it is recommended to rotate with other insecticide groups or use in combination with products from different mode-of-action groups.

Q8: How should I store this product?

A: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from light, fire, and heat sources. Keep in a tightly sealed container, out of reach of children and unauthorized persons, and locked. Do not store together with food, beverages, seeds, feed, or grain. The product has a shelf life of 2 years.

Q9: What happens if the product separates or stratifies during storage?

A: Slight stratification may occur after prolonged storage. Shake well before use – this does not affect efficacy.

Q10: Is beta-cyfluthrin safe for use in food-handling areas?

A: Do not apply to food or allow contact with food items. In food handling establishments, apply only to areas not in direct contact with food, and cover or remove food and food preparation surfaces before application.

Q11: Can resistance develop to beta-cyfluthrin?

A: Yes. Pyrethroid insecticides like beta-cyfluthrin can lead to significant resistance with prolonged or high-dose use. Resistance monitoring has documented resistance ratios of 7- to 86-fold in some populations. It is best used in rotation with other insecticides from different mode-of-action groups.

Q12: Is this product approved for use in organic farming or sensitive environments?

A: No. This is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide and is not approved for organic use. However, its low toxicity profile makes it suitable for use in sensitive environments such as schools, hospitals, and offices.