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Transfluthrin. Bayer Insecticide: Baygon All Insect Killer. "Dr. Bug" website.


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060041, BAYGON ALL INSECT KILLER 600ML BOT Retail Price: S$6.95

Mosquito Killer

A water-based aerosol, Baygon Aerosol spray contains transfluthrin, the active ingredient that represents the state-of-the-art of Bayer research. The discovery of transfluthrin following the principal "as little agent as possible as much effect as needed" is recognised by the scientific community for its excellent knock-down effect at an extremely low concentration. Its selective use against insects offers simultaneous protection for humans and pets under proper conditions of use.

As this is a water-based formula, one of its special features is that it is safe to use on plants and it can be sprayed in the air. Furthermore, transfluthrin is derived from natural chrysanthemum, thus, is biodegradable and environment friendly.

Controls flying insect pests in households such as mosquitoes, flies, some wasps, moths and other flying insects.

Directions for use

Shake well before use. Spraying distance from all objects and walls must at least 1m away, close windows and doors, spray at an upward angle for 10 seconds for a room of approximately 20m. Leave room after spraying and keep it closed for about 20 minutes. Afterwards air thoroughly. Individual flying insect pests can also be sprayed directly. Aside from the normal home spray usage, this product can also be used as a plant spray. However, spraying should be about 30-40cm away from the plant leaves to avoid cold burning the leaves.

Safety precautions

Improper use causes health damage. Do not spray on human beings or pets. Cover or remove open foods or items that come into contact with food, as well as aquariums and animal cages. The product may be toxic to fish. Do not spray onto open flames or onto hot surface. Do not open container by force. Avoid continuous exposure in poorly ventilated rooms. Sensitive persons and little children should not stay in the room during product application.

Storage & disposal

Container is pressurised. Protect from direct sunlight and heating over 50¡C. Do not store next to food or other articles intended for consumption by humans or animals. Do not reuse container. Do not litter.