Household Insecticides Are Increasingly Being Used Due Various Advantages Offered By These Insecticides

 

Household Insecticides

Household Insecticides are chemicals that kill household insects. They are applied to surfaces, clothing, and other objects in the house to prevent their growth. Household Insecticides are available in various forms, including aerosols, gels/creams, granules, and roll-on. There are also numerous types of household insecticides, including organic and natural products, which can be applied directly to surfaces.

Conventional insecticides are widely used. Most gardeners can safely use them, as long as they follow safety directions on the labels. However, many types of conventional insecticides contain ingredients that can be harmful to humans and pets. They may also harm beneficial insects and the environment. As a result, conventional insecticides should only be used when other environmentally friendly products are insufficient or unsuitable. For example, some insecticides are a persistent pesticide that can contaminate groundwater.

According to Coherent Market Insights, The global Household Insecticides Market is estimated to be valued at US$ 17,249 million in 2021 and is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 6.42 % over the forecast period (2021-2028).

Inhalation exposure to household insecticides is common, however, there are several factors that should be considered before applying them to surfaces. Children living in a household where hanging insecticide strips are commonly used are at a two-fold or higher risk for leukaemia. This risk increases to threefold if the strips are applied to pregnant women. Dichlorvos, the primary ingredient in hanging strips, is a known human carcinogen. Organophosphate pesticides are also used in hanging insecticide strips. The chemicals are absorbed through the skin and breathed by children.

The main disadvantage of using these insecticides is that they may cause serious side effects. Although they are safer than using chemical-based pesticides, these pesticides are still toxic to humans. If used inappropriately, household insecticides can result in long-term health risks and irreversible damage. The Household Insecticides demand is growing, owing to growing awareness about vector-borne diseases. In fact, a recent study by Swiss Re estimates that India will have 1.4 billion more people living in cities by 2030. Rising awareness about the spread of vector-borne diseases is driving this growth.  Recently, in August 2020, Godrej Consumer Product Ltd. announced the plans to launch more hygiene products and household insecticides in 2020 due to consumers becoming more health conscious to prevent contagion during the COVID-19 pandemic.