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	== Transfluthrin ==		{{DISPLAYTITLE:Transfluthrin}}

	[[File:Transfluthrin-2D-skeletal.png\|thumb\|right\|~~200px\|2D skeletal structure~~ of Transfluthrin]]		== Overview ==
			[[File:Transfluthrin-2D-skeletal.png\|thumb\|right\|Structural formula of Transfluthrin]]
	'''Transfluthrin''' is a [[pyrethroid]] [[insecticide]] known for its rapid action against a variety of insects. It is ~~particularly effective in controlling [[mosquitoes]], [[flies]], [[moths]], and [[cockroaches]]. Transfluthrin is often~~ used in [[household]] products such as [[mosquito coils]], ~~[[electric~~ vaporizers]], ~~and [[aerosol sprays]]~~.		'''Transfluthrin''' is a [[pyrethroid]] insecticide known for its rapid action against a variety of flying and crawling insects. It is commonly used in household insecticide products such as mosquito coils, mats, and liquid vaporizers. Transfluthrin is valued for its ability to provide quick knockdown effects, making it effective in controlling insect populations in domestic settings.

	== Chemical Properties ==		== Chemical Properties ==
	Transfluthrin is a ~~volatile [[organic~~ compound~~]] with~~ the ~~chemical formula C<sub>15</sub>H<sub>12</sub>Cl<sub>2</sub>F<sub>4</sub>O<sub>2</sub>~~. It ~~is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature. The compound~~ is characterized by its high ~~vapor pressure~~, which allows it to act as a [[contact ~~insecticide]]~~ and ~~[[repellent]]~~.		Transfluthrin is a synthetic compound belonging to the pyrethroid class of insecticides. It is characterized by its high volatility, which allows it to act as a contact and inhalation agent. The chemical structure of transfluthrin includes a cyclopropanecarboxylate moiety, which is typical of many pyrethroids, contributing to its insecticidal activity.

	== Mode of Action ==		== Mode of Action ==
	Transfluthrin works by disrupting the normal ~~functioning~~ of the [[nervous system]] in insects. It targets the [[sodium channels]] in ~~the~~ nerve cells~~, causing prolonged opening of these channels. This results in repetitive nerve impulses~~, leading to ~~paralysis~~ and eventual ~~death~~ of the insect.		Transfluthrin works by disrupting the normal function of the [[nervous system]] in insects. It targets the [[voltage-gated sodium channels]] in nerve cells, leading to prolonged depolarization and eventual paralysis of the insect. This mechanism is similar to that of other pyrethroids, which are known for their neurotoxic effects on insects.

	== Applications ==		== Applications ==
	Transfluthrin is ~~widely~~ used in [[~~public health~~]] ~~and~~ [[~~domestic~~]] ~~settings. It is a key ingredient in many~~ [[~~insect repellent~~]] ~~products due to its fast action~~ and ~~effectiveness at low concentrations~~. ~~The compound is also used~~ in [[~~agriculture~~]] ~~to protect crops from insect pests.~~		Transfluthrin is primarily used in indoor environments to control pests such as [[mosquitoes]], [[flies]], [[cockroaches]], and other household insects. Its high volatility makes it suitable for use in products that release the active ingredient into the air, providing protection over a wide area. Common applications include:

			* [[Mosquito coils]]
			* [[Electric vaporizers]]
			* [[Insect repellent]] sprays

	== Safety and Environmental Impact ==		== Safety and Environmental Impact ==
	While ~~Transfluthrin~~ is effective against insects, it is important to use it ~~with caution. It can be toxic to [[aquatic life]] and should not be released into [[water bodies]]. Proper handling and application~~ according to the manufacturer's instructions ~~are essential~~ to minimize risks to ~~[[human health]]~~ and the [[environment]].		While transfluthrin is effective against insects, it is important to use it according to the manufacturer's instructions to minimize potential risks to humans and pets. As with other pyrethroids, transfluthrin is generally considered to have low toxicity to mammals, but it can be harmful if ingested or if it comes into contact with the skin in large quantities.

			In terms of environmental impact, transfluthrin is relatively stable and does not persist in the environment for long periods. However, it can be toxic to aquatic organisms, so care should be taken to prevent contamination of water bodies.

	== Related Pages ==		== Related Pages ==
	* [[Pyrethroid]]		* [[Pyrethroid]]
	* [[Insecticide]]		* [[Insecticide]]
	* [[Mosquito ~~coil~~]]		* [[Mosquito control]]
	* [[~~Insect repellent~~]]		* [[Pest control]]

	~~== References ==~~
	* "Transfluthrin." [[PubChem]], National Center for Biotechnology Information. Accessed October 2023.
	* "Pyrethroid Insecticides." [[Environmental Protection Agency]]. Accessed October 2023.

	[[Category:Insecticides]]		[[Category:Insecticides]]
	[[Category:Pyrethroids]]		[[Category:Pyrethroids]]

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	~~'''~~Transfluthrin''' is a [[fast-acting pyrethroid]] [[insecticide]] with low persistency. It has the molecular formula C15H12Cl2F4O2. Transfluthrin can be used in the indoor environment against [[flies]], [[mosquitoes]], [[moths]] and [[cockroaches]]. It is a relatively volatile substance and acts as a contact and inhalation agent.		== Transfluthrin ==

	~~==Chemistry==~~		[[File:Transfluthrin-2D-skeletal.png\|thumb\|right\|200px\|2D skeletal structure of Transfluthrin]]
	~~Transfluthrin is a~~ [[~~pyrethroid~~]] insecticide, which are synthetic chemicals that act like natural extracts from the chrysanthemum flower. Pyrethroids, including transfluthrin, are often used in households as a defense against insects due to their effectiveness and low toxicity to humans.

	~~==Usage==~~		'''Transfluthrin''' is a [[pyrethroid]] [[insecticide]] known for its rapid action against a variety of insects. It is particularly effective in controlling [[mosquitoes]], [[flies]], [[moths]], and [[cockroaches]]. Transfluthrin is often used in [[household]] products such as [[mosquito coils]], [[electric vaporizers]], and [[aerosol sprays]].
	Transfluthrin is ~~primarily used as an~~ insecticide ~~due to~~ its ~~effectiveness~~ against a ~~broad range~~ of insects. It is ~~used~~ in ~~various formats including~~ [[~~aerosols~~]], [[~~carpet powders~~]], [[~~smoke generators~~]] and ~~various types of~~ [[~~insecticide baits~~]]. It is ~~also commonly~~ used in [[electric ~~mosquito killer machines~~]].

	==~~Health Effects~~==		== Chemical Properties ==
	~~While transfluthrin~~ is ~~generally considered safe for humans, it can cause some adverse health effects if improperly handled or ingested. These can include~~ [[~~skin irritation]], [[nausea~~]], [[~~headache~~]] and ~~in severe cases,~~ [[~~seizures~~]]~~. It is therefore important to handle transfluthrin with care, and ensure it is kept out of reach of children and pets~~.		Transfluthrin is a volatile [[organic compound]] with the chemical formula C<sub>15</sub>H<sub>12</sub>Cl<sub>2</sub>F<sub>4</sub>O<sub>2</sub>. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature. The compound is characterized by its high vapor pressure, which allows it to act as a [[contact insecticide]] and [[repellent]].

	==~~Environmental Impact~~==		== Mode of Action ==
	~~Like all pyrethroids~~, ~~transfluthrin is toxic to aquatic organisms and bees~~. ~~Therefore~~, ~~care must be taken~~ to ~~prevent contamination of water sources~~ and ~~habitats~~ of ~~these organisms~~.		Transfluthrin works by disrupting the normal functioning of the [[nervous system]] in insects. It targets the [[sodium channels]] in the nerve cells, causing prolonged opening of these channels. This results in repetitive nerve impulses, leading to paralysis and eventual death of the insect.

	==~~See Also~~==		== Applications ==
			Transfluthrin is widely used in [[public health]] and [[domestic]] settings. It is a key ingredient in many [[insect repellent]] products due to its fast action and effectiveness at low concentrations. The compound is also used in [[agriculture]] to protect crops from insect pests.

			== Safety and Environmental Impact ==
			While Transfluthrin is effective against insects, it is important to use it with caution. It can be toxic to [[aquatic life]] and should not be released into [[water bodies]]. Proper handling and application according to the manufacturer's instructions are essential to minimize risks to [[human health]] and the [[environment]].

			== Related Pages ==
	* [[Pyrethroid]]		* [[Pyrethroid]]
	* [[Insecticide]]		* [[Insecticide]]
	* [[~~Pesticide~~]]		* [[Mosquito coil]]
			* [[Insect repellent]]

			== References ==
			* "Transfluthrin." [[PubChem]], National Center for Biotechnology Information. Accessed October 2023.
			* "Pyrethroid Insecticides." [[Environmental Protection Agency]]. Accessed October 2023.

	[[Category:Insecticides]]		[[Category:Insecticides]]
	[[Category:Pyrethroids]]		[[Category:Pyrethroids]]
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'''Transfluthrin''' is a [[fast-acting pyrethroid]] [[insecticide]] with low persistency. It has the molecular formula C15H12Cl2F4O2. Transfluthrin can be used in the indoor environment against [[flies]], [[mosquitoes]], [[moths]] and [[cockroaches]]. It is a relatively volatile substance and acts as a contact and inhalation agent.

==Chemistry==
Transfluthrin is a [[pyrethroid]] insecticide, which are synthetic chemicals that act like natural extracts from the chrysanthemum flower. Pyrethroids, including transfluthrin, are often used in households as a defense against insects due to their effectiveness and low toxicity to humans.

==Usage==
Transfluthrin is primarily used as an insecticide due to its effectiveness against a broad range of insects. It is used in various formats including [[aerosols]], [[carpet powders]], [[smoke generators]] and various types of [[insecticide baits]]. It is also commonly used in [[electric mosquito killer machines]].

==Health Effects==
While transfluthrin is generally considered safe for humans, it can cause some adverse health effects if improperly handled or ingested. These can include [[skin irritation]], [[nausea]], [[headache]] and in severe cases, [[seizures]]. It is therefore important to handle transfluthrin with care, and ensure it is kept out of reach of children and pets.

==Environmental Impact==
Like all pyrethroids, transfluthrin is toxic to aquatic organisms and bees. Therefore, care must be taken to prevent contamination of water sources and habitats of these organisms.

==See Also==
* [[Pyrethroid]]
* [[Insecticide]]
* [[Pesticide]]

[[Category:Insecticides]]
[[Category:Pyrethroids]]
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