An insect growth regulator which interferes with the formation of the insect cuticle. It is effective in the control of mosquitoes and flies.

An organophosphorus insecticide that inhibits ACETYLCHOLINESTERASE.

Compounds, either natural or synthetic, which block development of the growing insect.

The reduction or regulation of the population of noxious, destructive, or dangerous insects through chemical, biological, or other means.

Pesticides designed to control insects that are harmful to man. The insects may be directly harmful, as those acting as disease vectors, or indirectly harmful, as destroyers of crops, food products, or textile fabrics.