Contact Kill (Fast-Acting)

Insecticides that kill on contact — pyrethrins, insecticidal soaps, and spinosad. These products require direct contact with the target insect and work within minutes to hours.

Key Products

Pyrethrin Insecticidal Soap Spinosad

Advantages

Immediate results. Visible knockdown. Good for rescue treatments.

Limitations

No residual protection. Must achieve thorough coverage. May need repeat applications.