Product Description
Chemical Class:
Chlorpyrifos belongs to the organophosphate family of chemicals.
Appearance:
It's a white or colorless crystalline solid with a mild, mercaptan-like odor.
How it works:
Chlorpyrifos inhibits the enzyme acetylcholinesterase, disrupting nerve function in insects and potentially in humans.
Uses:
Agriculture: Used to control various insect pests on crops like corn, cotton, and fruits.
Non-agricultural: Used for termite control, mosquito control, and in some pet flea and tick collars.