How Essentria Bed Bug Broadcast Insecticide Works

Essentria Bed Bug Broadcast Insecticide is an aerosol (pressurized) insecticide that kills target pests on contact. The botanical active ingredients include rosemary oil, peppermint oil, and 1-Phenethyl Propionate, a derivative of peanut oil (it does not contain the enzyme that triggers peanut allergies). These all-natural ingredients act as octopamine blockers on target pests, disrupting the neurotransmitter function in target insects and causing a breakdown in the insects’ central nervous system. Because mammals, birds, and fish do not have receptors for octopamine, botanical oils are very safe to use in a variety of situations without adverse effects.

Target Pests

Bed Bugs

PESTS CONTROLLED WITH ESSENTRIA BED BUG BROADCAST INSECTICIDE: Adult Bed Bugs, Fleas, Dust Mites and Their Eggs

Target Uses

Essentria Bed Bug Broadcast Insecticide is an ideal tool for bed bug treatments in sensitive accounts where minimum risk pesticides are needed. Essentria aerosol kills bed bugs quickly and prevents bed bug eggs from hatching. Essentria Bed Bug Broadcast Insecticide can be applied to mattresses, box springs, carpets, rugs, and many other surfaces for treatment of bed bugs, dust mites, and fleas. Use Essentria in combination with longer residual products for bed bug treatments. Essentria Bed Bug Broadcast Insecticide will have a residual for up to about 3 weeks, but there is no minimum wait between applications.

Essentria Bed Bug Broadcast Insecticide is FIFRA 25(b) exempt and National Organics Program (NOP) compliant, meaning it can be used in practically any indoor treatment for target pests.

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: 2-Phenethyl Propionate 3.00%, Rosemary Oil 1.50%, Peppermint Oil 1.50%

Application Instructions

Shake well before using. Pre-treat areas as indicated for target pest application. Spray surfaces until damp. Avoid over-wetting or saturating carpets/rugs. Only complete and proper applications will be effective. See below for details. Always read the product label completely before use.

Yield of each 17 ounce can of Essentria Bed Bug Broadcast Insecticide will vary greatly with each user and application. Most people use one can per room for bed bug treatments.

For use in the following areas:

For mattresses, carpets, and furniture (This product is exempt under FIFRA for registration in specific use sites)

Indoors-

BED BUG TREATMENTS: For best results, vacuum infested room(s) thoroughly including mattress, foundation/box springs and upholstered furniture before using this product. Vacuum the carpet/rugs/flooring, especially where the carpeting/flooring meets wall near the head of the bed. Take vacuum cleaner bag to the outdoor trash immediately. For mattress applications, remove all bedding and wash in hot water. Remove the mattress and box spring from the bed. Hold can 6 inches from mattress and spray across all folds, tufts, seams and edging until damp. Also spray the seams and underside of the box spring. Allow mattress and box springs to dry completely before placing back on bed and putting on bedding. Repeat as necessary. For carpet/rug applications, hold can 2 feet from floor and spray carpet/rug using a smooth back and forth sweeping motion. Focus on areas where bed bugs may hide or rest, especially adjacent and under the bed. Spray until damp. Allow to dry completely and vacuum again. Repeat as necessary. Most effective results are achieved when used as part of a treatment protocol that includes physical, environmental, and other chemical pest control measures.

FLEA TREATMENTS: For flea infestations, using a sweeping motion, apply a light, uniform spray to all surfaces of furniture, rugs, carpets, drapes, and around all pet resting areas. Avoid thoroughly wetting surfaces. Mist treated areas only until “slightly damp.” Do not over-treat. Reapply in 14 days, if necessary.

DUST MITE TREATMENTS: Thoroughly vacuum entire room concentrating on areas where mites congregate, such as mattresses, box springs, headboards, walls, floors, carpeting and baseboards. Spray surfaces until damp.

Outdoors-

Essentria Bed Bug Broadcast Insecticide is not intended for outdoor use.

Essentria Bed Bug Broadcast Insecticide Features

• Fast knockdown and kill of adult bed bugs, fleas, dust mites and their eggs
• Unique mode of action controls pyrethroid resistant strains
• An excellent choice for sensitive accounts and interior applications for residential and commercial accounts
• National Organics Program (NOP) compliant 

Extra Tips

• Always shake well before using.
• Store in a cool, dry area away from heat and open flame. Do not use or store in temperatures above 130 degrees F.
• Not recommended as the sole protection against bed bug infestations.
• While staining is unlikely, it is recommended to test for staining on an inconspicuous area of all surfaces to be sprayed before using. Wipe away excess product on furniture immediately after application.
• Hard surfaces may be slippery after application.