Bonide Insecticidal Soap 12 OZ
Bonide Insecticidal Soap offers effective, contact-based pest control utilizing potassium salts of fatty acids derived from plants. This patented formula is designed to kill insects immediately upon contact, making it a reliable choice for various settings. It is ideal for use on houseplants, vegetables, flowers, and fruits. A significant benefit is its environmental profile; the formula does not persist after application and can be used right up to the day of harvest. Furthermore, this product is suitable for those practicing organic gardening methods, providing a gentle yet powerful solution for insect management.
$12.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
1105
/ 1771
#1105 in Pesticides
Price vs Category Average
-71%
Below average
Active Ingredient
Potassium salts of fatty acids
/ Potassium salts of fatty acids
Who it's for
- Low Environmental Impact
- Fast-Acting Contact Killer
- Minimal Residue and Short PHI
Who should skip it
- No Residual Protection
- Requires Thorough Coverage
- Potential for Phytotoxicity
Key Specs
Active Ingredient
Potassium salts of fatty acids
Formulation
Ready-To-Use (RTU)
Available Sizes
12 oz and 32 oz
Application Method
Spray
Organic Gardening
Suitable
Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI)
Up to the day of harvest
Features
- Kills insects quickly upon direct contact
- Safe for use on a wide variety of plants including edibles
- Environmentally conscious formula that does not persist
- Approved for use in organic gardening programs
- Convenient Ready-To-Use packaging
What customers say
Customers highly value this insecticidal soap as a reliable, organic solution for soft bodied pests like aphids and whiteflies. Its immediate efficacy is frequently praised; results are often visible within hours when direct contact is achieved. This natural alternative drives high satisfaction, especially for edible gardening. The core theme centers on application technique. Users must understand it is a contact killer requiring repeated applications, not a residual preventative. While some sensitive plants may show leaf burn if treated in high heat, the overall consensus confirms excellent pest control performance when instructions are followed diligently. It remains a valuable tool for integrated pest management.
Know before you buy
This product uses potassium salts of fatty acids to disrupt the outer cell membranes of soft-bodied insects. Because it works through direct contact, you must spray the insects themselves for the product to be effective.
Yes, this formula has no residual effect and is approved for use up to the day of harvest. Simply wash your fruits and vegetables thoroughly with water before eating them as you normally would.
It is safe for a wide variety of houseplants, flowers, fruits, and vegetables. However, it is always a good practice to test a small, inconspicuous area of the plant first to ensure it does not cause leaf burn, especially on sensitive or drought-stressed plants.
No, this is a contact-based pesticide that does not leave a persistent residue on the plant. It will kill the insects present at the time of application, but it will not prevent new pests from landing on the plant later.
Yes, the formula is compliant with organic gardening standards. It is derived from plant-based fatty acids and does not contain synthetic chemicals that persist in the environment.
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