Use
Propetamphos technical is a yellowish, oily liquid at room temperature and a moderately
toxic acaricide and insecticide. It is sparingly soluble in water, but very soluble in acetone,
chloroform, ethanol, and hexane. The US EPA has classifi ed propetamphos as a GUP
and RUP, indicating that its handling should be done by certifi ed, qualifi ed applicators.
Propetamphos is used for the control of cockroaches, fl ies, ants, ticks, moths, fl eas, and
mosquitoes in households and where vector eradication is necessary to protect public
health. It is also used in veterinary applications to combat parasites, such as ticks, lice,
and mites in livestock. The formulations of propetamphos include aerosols, emulsifi ed
concentrates, liquids, and powders. Commercial products include aerosols, emulsifi ed
concentrates, liquids, and powders.