Cimexa Dust is not labeled to treat for carpet beetles. Please see below for recommendations on treating this pest.
Vacuuming: Carpet beetle larvae like to feed in dark, undisturbed locations like closets, attics, basements, and storage areas. The wide availability of food sources for the larvae (including dust and lint, and pet hair) makes vacuuming the best way to ensure there is minimal food for the larvae to feed on. Vacuuming can also help to remove the larvae and adult beetles already in the home. Regular vacuuming and laundering of rugs, furniture, and linens can help to ensure the beetles are removed and have no food source. If you find a contaminated item, bag and remove this item from your home, if possible.
Proper storage: Before storing silks, woolens, or furs, dry clean as the beetles are attracted to stains and soiled garments. Store in a well-sealed container, using mothballs. Mothballs can limit the beetle’s attraction to the wool or silk. Store pet food, dried meat, and other dried animal products in a well-sealed container.
Insecticides: For things that cannot be washed or dry cleaned, insecticides are the best bet for prevention and eradication. Both Talstar P and Suspend SC are excellent products to use.
Insecticides can be used for spot-treatments, as a boundary at the edges of rugs, under rugs, under furniture, walls and floors of closets, shelving, cracks, and lint or dust accumulating areas. Be careful around oriental rugs or other fabrics, as some insecticides can stain. Never spray clothing or bedding with insecticide, and always read instructions.
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Cimexa Dust works very well on ticks. Be sure to only use a light coating of dust so that they will walk through the treated area versus walking around it. The kill time depends on the stage of life the insect is in; They normally die within one week of coming in contact with the treated area. For outdoor use, we would recommend using Essentria IC3 and Archer IGR. Essentria IC3 is a green product that is made with plant oils. Archer IGR is an insect growth regulator; this will stop the lifecycle of the fleas. These products are mixed together and broadcast across your lawn to treat affected areas. This can be done every 21 days as needed. This should only be used outdoors.
For indoor use, the Cimexa Dust in combination with Precor 2000 Plus Premise Spray. This product has an insect growth regulator and a residual for fleas. This can be done every 10-14 days. Be sure to vacuum daily in between treatments.
Please take a look at our Flea Guide for tips on how to treat and prevent fleas in the future.
CimeXa Insecticide Dust contains silica gel as the active ingredient, which is a dissicant. This product is not a true repellent or non-repellent because it can take some time for the insects to die from it. Nibor D contains Disodium Octaborate Tetrahydrate, which is a stop-feed stomach poison for target insects. If you would like to tell us more about your application, then we can recommend which product would be more appropriate for your needs.
CimeXa Insecticide Dust is not labled to be used on plants nor for outdoor use. Either Sevin Dust 5% or Hi-Yield Garden, Pet, and Livestock Dust would be better options.
The inert ingredient part of any product, including CimeXa Insecticide Dust, is a trade secret and is not disclosed to anyone.
If you click through our General Pest Prevention Guide you can see a full array of both chemical and non chemical steps that can be taken to adequately protect any home. For a general use insecticide that would be safe, effective, and easy to use we would recommend using something like Bifen I/T. It can be broadcast across the lawn, bushes, trees, etc as long as its not being sprayed on any edible vegetation like a vegetable garden or fruit/nut trees. It can also be safely sprayed indoors around baseboards, cracks and crevices, behind and under appliances, as well as the perimeter of the home and its window and door frames. It dries clear, is virtually odorless, doesnt stain, and people and pets can resume normal activity in the areas that were treated once all surfaces have dried completely (normally 1-2 hours after you sprayed). An alternative option if you want something that could be sprayed across carpets and flooring for fleas indoors as well as all the other areas previously mentioned for the Bifen, then you could use a product like Onslaught Insecticide. Keep in mind that for fleas an IGR (insect growth regulator) is needed to help stop the reproductive cycle. If you have an active problem indoors and out for fleas you would need to mix in with the Onslaught an IGR like NyGuard to help keep them from continuously growing in number. If you would prefer to not use a concentrated spray mixture indoors on flooring and carpets for fleas, we would recommend instead to go with an aerosol product like Ultracide. Ultracide has the insecticide and IGR all in one product with a lighter and faster drying application method. You can review more info for how to do a complete flea treamtent on your pets, indoors, and outdoors in our Flea Control Guide. For roaches in specific, unless you have a roach infestation indoors you do not need to be putting out baits that come in the tubes. Baits are only usefull in active infestation situations, not for prevention. If you have a current roach problem then you would want to address it directly with one of our Roach Control Kits and look over our Roach Control Guide for all the tips and necessary steps needed to eliminate them completely. As far as insecticide powders/dusts go, Cimexa Dust by far is the best on the market and one of the most economical as well. It is all natural, waterproof, and in undisturbed areas like wall voids it can stay active in protecting your home for up to 10 years. It can be used in carpets for fleas, around furniture for bedbugs, and in wall voids and other crevices for any other pests that may find their way inside. You can apply it with the Bellow Hand Duster and if you scroll down on that product page you will find a handy “How To” video on using the duster and where to apply the Cimexa to get the most benefit from the product.
CimeXa Insecticide Dust is not labeled for cluster flies, or any type of flies. We recommend using EcoVia WD as it is labeled for cluster flies. Please also take a look at our guide on How to Treat for Cluster Flies for information on other products that can be used and where they should be applied.
Talstar and Cimexa Insecticide Dust need to be applied separately. The Cimexa is so thick in the tank that it is recommended to spray it by itself. If you would like something to spray on the wood during construction, then you could use Tim-Bor or Bora-Care instead, which are designed specifically for use on raw wood.
Yes, CimeXa Insecticide Dust is labeled for Carpet Beetles. You can refer to the product label for full instructions.
"Stored Product (Pantry and Fabric/Clothes) Beetles and Moths: Treat cracks, crevices and along the edges of cupboards, closets, pantries, shelving units and storage. Treat voids beneath drawer units by removing the lower drawers and treating the well. Treat the voids beneath shelving units or cabinets by removing the kickplate or drilling small access holes in the kickplate. Treat under rugs and along the edges of carpets and baseboards and other infested areas to control carpet beetles."
CimeXa Insecticide Dust should not be used in an exhaust fan. It is designed to be applied in undisturbed areas like wall voids.
CimeXa Insecticide Dust cannot be applied in drains. It is applied in voids and cracks and crevices. We do offer a Drain Fly Kit. Please take a few moments to review our treatment article for details.
CimeXa and other insecticide dusts should be applied only as a crack and crevice or void application indoors, so it should not have negative impact if used correctly. Dust could cause irritation if it is over-used or applied in open areas where it could become airborne. You should always apply dust using a hand duster or bulb duster. If you have any health concerns, then we recommend wearing a mask or having someone else apply pesticides for you. Please consult a medical professional for any advice directly concerning your health.
CimeXa Dust is safe for pets when applied as directed on the product label. We would recommend only applying CimeXa Dust in cracks and crevices where it cannot be moved around easily and, thus, exposed to pets.
CimeXa only comes in a powder form.
CimeXa Insecticide Dust cannot be used to treat bedding or clothing. These should either be washed and dried at the highest setting. For items that cannot be laundered, you can place in a sealed bag or container along with a Nuvan ProStrip for at least 2 weeks. A steamer would only be effective if you are able to contact the target insects during use.
Yes, to remove Cimexa Dust, you can simply vaccum the area and then rinse with soap and water. You should launder any fabrics that you think may have gotten the dust on them. Be sure to wear gloves while cleaning. Keep in mind that dusts like CimeXa should be use only accorrding to the product label as a crack and crevice or void treatment.
Cimexa Insecticide Dust can only be used in cracks and crevices where it won’t be easily disturbed or moved. Per the label:
When treating cabinetry areas, if there is no gap between the lower cabinets and the kickplate, then small holes can be drilled to access the voids. Escutcheon plates around pipes can also be pulled back to allow access to voids. The bottom drawers in kitchen and bathroom cabinets can be removed and dust applied into drawer wells. No dust should be left exposed when drawers are replaced. Electrical switch plate covers can be removed to allow access to voids, but dust shouldn’t be applied directly in electrical boxes If there are cracks between baseboards, cabinets, doorframes, hinges, counters or trim, and walls, these cracks can be lightly dusted with product. If practical, these areas can be sealed once insect problems have been eliminated, to help prevent future problems.
In order to help determine what the best option is for your needs we need to know what you’re treating for. You can contact us Monday - Friday, 9 am to 5 pm EST at 866-581-7378.
CimeXa Insecticide Dust can be sprinkled over carpet for fleas without mixing with water. Please take a look at our Flea Guide for tips on how to treat and prevent fleas.
CimeXa Insecticide Dust is not labeled for wasps. For current infestations, you would need to use Delta Dust in each individual burrow as a better option.
