The insecticide dust, which is USDA approved, can be used in hospitals, schools, restaurants, nursing homes, and feed processing establishments. The insecticide dust is made from a product found in nature. It provides effective control of crawling insects such as cockroaches, ants, and crickets, while fitting in with current concepts of ecological correctness and Integrated Pest Management. The silicon dioxide kills insects by absorbing the fluids right out of their bodies. All without harmful chemicals or poisons.
Diatoms are still very much a part of nature's way, being found in any body of water.
Simple, effective The manner on which insecticide dust works is both amazingly simple and effective. Lightly puff or sprinkle along walls or wherever insects are known to travel or live. When insects crawl through the powder, particles stick to the waxy outer layer of the insect's body, the silica having a special affinity for the oils found on this exoskeleton. With the insect's waterproof oils removed, it is no longer able to retain moisture in its body. Diatomaceous earth also absorbs water and oil.