It is safe to use non-toxic silverfish glue traps such as EcoPest Supply’s sticky silverfish trap around food. However, unlike other common household pests like cockroaches and ants, silverfish are not as attracted to food items in kitchens or pantries. Silverfish are more attracted to starchy materials such as paper, glue and fabric. They also prefer humid areas such as in bathrooms and under sinks. As such, we advise customers to place silverfish glue traps in bathrooms, laundry rooms, and under sinks, rather than around food items.