DES-X Insecticidal Soap for IPM

DES-X Insecticidal Soap provides rapid, contact knockdown of aphids, whiteflies, mites and more, helping you keep pressure low before and after releasing beneficials. Its soap-based formula integrates seamlessly into greenhouse IPM, minimizing residue concerns and supporting biological control strategies. Ideal for spot treatments and full-coverage sprays where clean, reliable pest control matters.

Use in Greenhouses

Mix a 2% solution (2 gal product/100 gal water) and apply 75–200 gal/acre using ground equipment for thorough coverage—especially leaf undersides. Begin at first sign of infestation and repeat every 1–2 weeks as needed; limit to three consecutive applications unless prior experience shows no plant injury. As a true contact spray, DES-X works in its liquid state, so direct coverage of pests is essential; REI is 12 hours and it may be used on edible crops up to the day of harvest.

Active Ingredient:

• Potassium Salts of Fatty Acids 47%

Benefits:

• Formulated for optimum spreading across leaf surfaces or insect cuticle. 
• Effective against adult, larval and nymph stages of the pests.
• Can be used to control pest infestations prior to releasing beneficials.
• Contains potassium salts of fatty acids (also known as "insecticidal soap") for effective control of various insect species.
• May be combined with other pesticides to broaden the target spectrum, improve the level of kill, provide residual control, and enhance coverage.