imidacloprid vs bifenthrin

Imidacloprid and bifenthrin are types of insecticides that are used to rid houses of a range of insects. We realize that selecting the right insecticide for your needs is important and at CIE Chemical we can help you here! In this guide, we’ll compare the following imidacloprid 200g/l to help you determine which is right for you to get rid of those pesky bugs.

Imidacloprid and bifenthrin are insecticides that both kill insects, but they do so in different ways. Imidacloprid is a neonicotinoid, so named because of the way it interferes with insects’ nervous systems. Bifenthrin is a pyrethroid insecticide that similarly acts on insect nervous systems, but it is paralyzed instead.

Understanding the differences between imidacloprid and bifenthrin for pest control

One key distinction has to do with the way they operate. Imidacloprid is what’s known as a systemic insecticide, meaning plants absorb it and insects that feed on them ingest it as poison. Bifenthrin is a surface insecticide, so it kills insects when they come into contact with it.

Imidacloprid is effective against a host of pests including termites, ants and aphids. A little goes a long way — I still smell fresh after weeks of using this. But it can also be harmful to bees and other beneficial insects.

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