Etofenprox
Etofenprox
Etofenprox (pronounced: et-oh-fen-prox) is a pyrethroid insecticide that is primarily used for the control of mosquitoes. It is also used against other pests such as ticks, fleas, and flies.
Etymology
The term 'Etofenprox' is derived from the chemical name '2-(4-ethoxyphenyl)-2-methylpropyl 3-phenoxybenzyl ether'. The name is a combination of parts of the chemical name, with 'Eto' from 'ethoxyphenyl', 'fen' from 'phenyl', and 'prox' from 'propyl'.
Usage
Etofenprox is used in a variety of settings, including residential, commercial, and agricultural areas. It is often applied as a spray or fog to control mosquito populations, especially in areas where mosquito-borne diseases are prevalent. It is also used in pet products to control fleas and ticks.
Safety and Toxicity
Etofenprox is considered to be a low-toxicity insecticide to mammals. However, it is highly toxic to aquatic organisms and bees. Therefore, it should be used with caution in areas where these organisms are present.
Related Terms
- Pyrethroid: A class of synthetic insecticides that are chemically similar to the natural insecticide pyrethrin, which is derived from the flowers of certain species of chrysanthemums.
- Insecticide: A substance used to kill insects.
- Mosquito: A type of small fly that is known for biting and sucking blood from humans and other animals.
- Tick: A small arachnid that is a parasite on mammals and birds, and sometimes reptiles and amphibians.
- Flea: A small, wingless, parasitic insect that lives by consuming the blood of its hosts.
- Fly: A type of small insect that is known for its ability to fly.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Etofenprox
- Wikipedia's article - Etofenprox
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