Equil Lambda 9.7 CS Insecticide
Equil Lambda 9.7 CS is a professional-grade insecticide concentrate formulated with 9.7% lambda-cyhalothrin for broad-spectrum indoor and outdoor pest control.
This controlled-release, microencapsulated formula is designed to provide effective knockdown and long-lasting residual control of labeled crawling, flying, perimeter, lawn, and ornamental pests. It can be used in and around homes, commercial buildings, schools, restaurants, warehouses, lawns, landscaped areas, ornamental trees, and other labeled treatment sites.
Equil Lambda 9.7 CS is commonly used for perimeter pest control, mosquito and tick treatments, crack-and-crevice applications, spot treatments, and general surface applications in labeled areas. It may also be used on lawns, turfgrass, ornamental plantings, and landscaped areas when allowed by the product label.
Why Use Equil Lambda 9.7 CS?
Equil Lambda 9.7 CS is a strong option for pest control programs that need reliable residual performance across multiple use sites. Its microencapsulated technology helps protect the active ingredient from outdoor conditions like heat and UV exposure, making it useful for exterior perimeter treatments, mosquito control, and other outdoor applications.
The tiny capsules are designed to adhere to insects as they move across treated surfaces. This helps transfer the active ingredient to labeled pests and improves control of common insects such as ants, cockroaches, spiders, mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, flies, and other listed pests.
Key Benefits
- Contains 9.7% lambda-cyhalothrin
- Controlled-release, microencapsulated insecticide formula
- Helps control crawling, flying, lawn, ornamental, and perimeter pests
- Designed for long-lasting residual performance
- Formulated to withstand heat and UV exposure
- Labeled for indoor and outdoor use on approved sites
- Works well for perimeter treatments, crack-and-crevice treatments, spot treatments, and mosquito control applications
- May be used in labeled areas of food handling establishments
- Low use rates make it economical for professional pest control programs
How Equil Lambda 9.7 CS Works
Equil Lambda 9.7 CS contains lambda-cyhalothrin, a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide that affects the nervous system of labeled insects. The capsule suspension formula helps keep the active ingredient available on treated surfaces for extended residual control.
As pests crawl, land, or rest on treated areas, the microcapsules can attach to their outer surface and release the active ingredient. This helps provide continued control of labeled pests after the spray has dried.
Retreatment
Retreatment timing depends on the pest, treatment site, level of activity, and label directions. Indoor and outdoor applications may have different retreatment intervals, so always review the product label before applying again. Some treatments may provide residual control for up to 90 days, depending on the use site and application conditions.
Pro Tips
- Shake the bottle well before each use because capsule suspension products can settle over time.
- Use the lower labeled rate for routine maintenance and the higher labeled rate for heavier pest pressure when allowed by the label.
- For perimeter control, focus on foundations, door frames, window frames, utility openings, and other common pest entry points.
- For mosquitoes, treat shaded vegetation, shrubs, fence lines, and other resting areas where mosquitoes are active.
- For best results, combine treatment with sanitation, exclusion, moisture correction, and habitat reduction.
