Niban Granular Bait
Best pest control for families needing safe, long-lasting indoor and outdoor protection.
Niban Granular Bait offers a powerful and long-lasting solution for controlling a variety of common pests, including ants, roaches, crickets, silverfish, and slugs. Its moisture-resistant and weatherized granules ensure effectiveness both indoors and outdoors, resisting degradation from heat and sunlight. The bait works by blocking enzyme production, leading to insect starvation, and pests cannot develop resistance to its unique mode of action. With a low concentration of boric acid, it's a preferred choice for professionals seeking a safe option around children and pets when used as directed.
$35.93
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
23
/ 1717
#23 in Pesticides
Price vs Category Average
-19%
Below average
Active Ingredient
5.0
/ % boric acid
Who it's for
- Homeowners seeking long-term colony elimination
- Residents dealing with damp basements or humid climates
- Property managers needing a versatile indoor and outdoor solution
Who should skip it
- People requiring immediate relief from active infestations
- Users with homes containing abundant alternative food sources
- Parents and pet owners concerned about accidental ingestion
Performance breakdown
Weather Durability
Moisture-resistant granules maintain potency through intense heat and heavy rainfall.
Pest Resistance Prevention
Unique mode of action prevents insects from developing immunity over time.
Safety Profile
Low-concentration boric acid formula offers peace of mind for households.
Application Versatility
Seamlessly transitions between indoor crevices and expansive outdoor lawn areas.
Coverage Efficiency
Four-pound container provides substantial protection for up to 1000 square feet.
Odor Neutrality
Virtually odorless application ensures discreet treatment in sensitive living spaces.
Key Specs
Active Ingredient
5.0% boric acid
Container Size
4 lb. Shaker
Net Weight or Volume
4 lb.
Formulation Type
Moisture-resistant bait
Application Rate
6 ounces per 100 sq ft
Shelf Life
About 1 year unopened
Product Form
Granules
Coverage Area Per Unit
4 lbs covers 1000 square feet
Features
- Moisture-resistant granules for extended effectiveness
- Weatherized for durability against heat and sun
- Virtually odorless application
- Pests cannot develop resistance
- Safe for use around pets and children
- Kills ants, roaches, crickets, and slugs
- Effective for indoor and outdoor use
What customers say
Niban Granular Bait is highly regarded for its exceptional efficacy against tough pest infestations like cockroaches, ants, and silverfish. Customers consistently report that this professional grade product delivers rapid action and sustained control by targeting entire colonies, breaking the breeding cycle where other treatments failed. The granular format is praised for its ease of strategic placement indoors and outdoors, making perimeter defense simple. While the initial cost is mentioned, users overwhelmingly agree the product offers outstanding value. Its reliability significantly reduces the need for expensive, repeated treatments or hiring exterminators, cementing its reputation as an essential, trustworthy tool for definitive pest management success.
Know before you buy
Yes, the granules are moisture-resistant and weatherized, meaning they maintain their effectiveness even when exposed to rain, heat, or sunlight.
Yes, Niban is safe to use around pets and children when applied according to the label instructions. It uses a low concentration of boric acid, making it a preferred choice for residential pest control.
A 4 lb. container covers approximately 1,000 square feet when applied at the recommended rate of 6 ounces per 100 square feet.
No, pests cannot develop resistance to Niban. The bait works by blocking enzyme production, which leads to insect starvation through a unique mode of action.
Niban is specifically formulated to control ants, roaches, crickets, silverfish, and slugs. It is effective against these pests at all life stages.
Yes, for even distribution and proper coverage, the application requires the use of a spreader.
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