Cyfluthrin
Cyfluthrin is a pyrethroid insecticide and common household pesticide. It is a complex organic compound and the active ingredient in many commercial insecticide products. Cyfluthrin is used to control pests like ants, cockroaches, and mosquitoes in both residential and commercial settings.
Chemical Properties[edit | edit source]
Cyfluthrin is a light yellow to brown liquid with a slight odor. It is practically insoluble in water but readily soluble in most organic solvents. The chemical formula for cyfluthrin is C22H18Cl2FNO3.
Uses[edit | edit source]
Cyfluthrin is used in many commercial insecticide products. It is used to control pests like ants, cockroaches, and mosquitoes in both residential and commercial settings. It is also used in agriculture to protect crops from pests.
Health Effects[edit | edit source]
Exposure to cyfluthrin can cause a variety of health effects. These include skin irritation, eye irritation, and respiratory irritation. In severe cases, it can cause seizures and even death.
Environmental Impact[edit | edit source]
Cyfluthrin is toxic to fish and other aquatic organisms. It can also harm non-target insects and other wildlife.
Regulation[edit | edit source]
In the United States, cyfluthrin is regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA sets limits on the amount of cyfluthrin that can be used and the ways in which it can be applied.
See Also[edit | edit source]
Cyfluthrin Resources | ||
---|---|---|
|
|
Translate to: East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD