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Insecticidal Soap — Safer Brand, M-Pede

Active ingredient: potassium salts of fatty acids  ·  Residual: Contact only

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🏷️ Brand Names — Same Active Ingredient

Safer Brand Insect Killing Soap — consumer concentrate and RTU
M-Pede — Gowan — professional concentrate
Garden Safe Insecticidal Soap — consumer RTU
Bonide Insecticidal Soap — consumer concentrate

🎯 What It Kills

✓ Aphids✓ Mites✓ Thrips✓ Whiteflies✓ Mealybugs✓ Scale crawlers✓ Soft-bodied insects

⚙️ How It Works

Insecticidal soap disrupts insect cell membranes on contact — dehydration and cell collapse. Effective only against soft-bodied insects. OMRI-listed. No residual — must contact pest directly.

⚗️ Mixing & Application

Safer Brand concentrate: 2.5 fl oz (5 tbsp) per gallon. Apply to leaf undersides. Reapply every 5–7 days. Use soft water — hard water reduces effectiveness.
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⚠️ Safety

  • ⚠ Phytotoxic to ferns, impatiens, sweet peas — test first
  • ⚠ No residual — must contact pest directly
  • ⚠ Hard water reduces effectiveness
  • ⚠ Apply in morning or evening — dries quickly in heat

🐛 Pests This Treats — Learn More

Click any pest to view its full identification guide, biology, and treatment options.

🐛 Aphid → 🐛 Flies → 🐛 Mealybug → 🐛 Mites → 🐛 Scales → 🐛 Thrips → 🐛 Ticks → 🐛 Whiteflies →

⏱️ Residual & Re-entry Timeline

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Apply
Follow label mixing and application rates
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Re-entry: 2–4 hours (until dry)
Keep people and pets out of treated area
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Effective period: Contact only
Active residual — killing or repelling target pests
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Reapply
Re-treat when pest activity returns or residual expires

🌿 Environmental & Ecological Impact

🐝 Bees / PollinatorsLOW
🐟 Fish / Aquatic LifeLOW
🐦 BirdsNONE
🐕 Mammals / PetsNONE
🦐 Aquatic InvertebratesLOW
💡 Contact kill only — no residual. Safe for beneficials once dry. Can harm soft-bodied beneficials if sprayed directly.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is insecticidal soap safe for pets?
Follow the product label. Keep pets out of treated areas until completely dried (2–4 hours for sprays). Once dry, treated surfaces pose minimal risk to dogs and cats.
Q: Can I use insecticidal soap indoors?
Check the specific product label — formulations vary. Baits and dusts often have indoor labeling; concentrates and granulars are typically outdoor.
Q: How long does insecticidal soap last after application?
Residual varies by formulation, surface type, weather, and UV exposure. Indoor applications last longer than outdoor. Check the product label for re-application intervals.
Q: What should I do if exposed?
Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin with soap and water. For eye contact, rinse 15–20 minutes. For ingestion or severe symptoms, call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222). Have the product label available.

📋 Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

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Safer Brand Insect Killing Soap — Safety Data Sheet

View the official SDS document for this product directly on the CDMS label database.

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Safer Brand Insect Killing Soap Safety Data Sheet page 1
📄 Safer Brand Insect Killing Soap — Safety Data Sheet · View the complete SDS document above or download below
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📚 Sources: EPA Pesticide Labels · NPIC Pesticide Info
Published: Jan 1, 2025 · Updated: Apr 7, 2026
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Reviewed by Derek GiordanoContent reviewed by a licensed pest management professional and cross-referenced against EPA, university extension, and manufacturer technical data. Last reviewed: April 2026.