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- Active ingredient
- D-limonene
- Chemical class
- The label identifies d-limonene as orange peel extract, the only active ingredient in this water-based formula.[1]
- Mode of action
- Contact-kill citrus extract; d-limonene does not appear in the IRAC mode of action classification[1][2]
- Signal word
- Orange Guard Home Pest Control: Caution[1]
Contact spray first, repellent second
The label sells Orange Guard as a contact killer, so the spray has to wet the insects or their hiding spots to work. It also claims the treated area keeps repelling insects for weeks.[1]
For fleas, the directions call for treating pet bedding. The label does not give directions for spraying the pet itself.[1]
Where it is used
Indoors, spray insects directly from 8 to 12 inches away and saturate the area until visibly wet. Use the stream setting on roaches and to reach into cracks and crevices.[1]
Treat kitchens, pantries and the spaces under cabinets and appliances where insects hide. Wait three minutes, then wipe up the excess with a damp sponge or cloth.[1]
Outdoors, spray the home's perimeter generously to form a barrier, plus doorways, window frames and cracks where insects get in.[1]
Saturate ant trails and nests, and spray garbage cans, manure piles or other infested spots until they are visibly wet.[1]
Products and registrations
| Product | Registrant | EPA Reg. No. | Active % | Formulation | Signal word |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange Guard Home Pest Control[1] | Orange Guard, Inc. | 61887-1 | 5.8% | ready-to-use water-based spray | Caution |
Safety and environmental hazards
People
Signal word CAUTION: causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with eyes or clothing and wash with soap and water after handling. If it gets in your eyes, rinse slowly for 15 to 20 minutes.[1]
Pets
The front panel says it may be used around food, people and pets, and it is labeled for spraying pet bedding to control fleas. Store it where children and domestic animals can't reach it.[1]
Bees and pollinators
The label carries no bee or pollinator statement.[1]
Fish and water
The label warns it may be hazardous to aquatic invertebrates. Don't apply it directly to water, and never pour unused product down an indoor or outdoor drain.[1]
Common questions
- Is Orange Guard safe around pets?
- Its label says it may be used around food, people and pets, and it carries a CAUTION signal word for moderate eye irritation. Keep the bottle away from children and domestic animals.[1]
- How long does Orange Guard keep working?
- The label says it kills on contact and keeps repelling for weeks.[1]
- What bugs does Orange Guard kill?
- The label names ants, roaches, palmettos, fleas and silverfish, along with other insect pests.[1]
Sources
- U.S. EPA Pesticide Product Label System, “Orange Guard Home Pest Control label, EPA Reg. No. 61887-1 (EPA-stamped, Feb. 4, 2026).” www3.epa.gov/pesticides/chem_search/ppls/061887-00001-20260204.pdf (accessed 2026-10-06)
- Insecticide Resistance Action Committee, “IRAC Mode of Action Classification Scheme, Version 11.5 (Feb. 2026).” irac-online.org/documents/moa-classification/ (accessed 2026-10-06)