Pybuthrin
(paɪˈbuːθrɪn)
Also pybuthrin.
[Blend of pyrethrin and butoxide (f. butyl + oxide n.).]
A proprietary name for an insecticide compounded of pyrethrins and piperonyl butoxide.
| 1951 Trade Marks Jrnl. 3 Jan. 5/2 Pybuthrin... Chemical substances used for veterinary and sanitary purposes, insecticides, fungicides and preparations for destroying vermin. Cooper, McDougall & Robertson Limited..Manufacturers and Merchants. 1958 Times 7 July 2/7 The simplest way of dealing with them [sc. red mites], and with lice at the same time, is to spray the birds while at roost..with a fine sprayer containing pybuthrin. 1971 Homes & Gardens Aug. 89/1 A spray containing pybuthrin for rapid effect and chlordane for persistence will control ants in house or garden for a period of two to three months outside and up to a year indoors. |