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🏷️ Brand Names — Same Active Ingredient
PyGanic EC 1.4 — MGK — OMRI-listed organic concentrate
PyGanic EC 5.0 — MGK — higher concentration commercial
Evergreen EC 60-6 — MGK — pyrethrin + PBO synergist
Riptide — PBI Gordon — ULV combination
🎯 What It Kills
✓ Aphids✓ Thrips✓ Whiteflies✓ Caterpillars✓ Beetles✓ Flies✓ Mosquitoes✓ Mites
⚙️ How It Works
Pyrethrin is extracted from Chrysanthemum flowers. Extremely fast knockdown but breaks down within hours in sunlight — no residual. OMRI-listed for certified organic production.
⚗️ Mixing & Application
PyGanic EC 1.4: 4.5–18 fl oz per gallon. For 4-gallon backpack: 18–72 fl oz at low rate. Apply in early morning or evening — breaks down rapidly in UV.
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⚠️ Safety
- ⚠ Still toxic to bees when wet — apply evening only
- ⚠ Toxic to fish
- ⚠ Very short residual — frequent reapplication needed
- ⚠ PBO synergist in some formulations not accepted by all organic certifiers
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🌿 Environmental & Ecological Impact
⏱️ Residual & Re-entry Timeline
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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: Hours only
Active residual — killing or repelling target pests
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Re-treat when pest activity returns or residual expires
🔄 Alternatives & Related Products
Same chemical class or different approaches to the same pests.
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Different approach: IGR
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is pyrethrin 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 pyrethrin 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 pyrethrin 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)
PyGanic EC 1.4 — Safety Data Sheet
View the official SDS document for this product directly on the CDMS label database.
📚 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.