Spotted Lanternfly Information

Insecticides Labeled for Spotted Lanternfly Registered in New York State for Commercial and Home Garden Use
Insecticides for Commercial Use Labeled for Control of Spotted Lanternfly in New York State
Pesticide Name (s) and EPA Reg. No(s). Active Ingredient(s) Restriction^
and labeling type#
Application method Labeled target pest Use* Application species/crops Labeled sites
Commercial Use (Agriculture, Arborists, Landscape Professionals)
Transtect 70WSP (59639‐170‐74779) SLN NY-170007
Zylam 0.89L (2217-937) SLN NY-120020
Safari 20SG (86203-11-59639) SLN NY-120008
dinotefuran NYS
24(c )
basal bark spray SLF L Ailanthus (tree-of-heaven) only outdoor landscapes (commercial, industrial, recreational and residential), parks, schools, cemeteries, airport grounds, military grounds, golf courses, woodlots, athletic fields, forests (National, Private and State) and other wooded areas. Zylam, Transtect: max one application/year; Safari: max 2 applications/tree/year
Dinocide (7946-35) SLN No. NY-190007 dinotefuran NYS
24(c )
trunk injection SLF N, L Ailanthus (tree-of-heaven) only Use sites on primary label include forests, woodlands, ornamental landscapes such as residential and commercial settings, median strips, roadways, Christmas tree farms, cemeteries, parks, and interior and exterior plantscapes.SLN label expires Dec 31, 2024
Ima-jet (74578-1) imidacloprid NYS
2(ee), Section 3
trunk injection SLF L trees, shrubs, evergreens - non-crop commercial, ornamental Trees & Ornamentals: Trees, Shrubs, Evergreens, Interior Plantscapes, Palms Forest areas: Non-urban Forests, Tree Plantations, Planted Christmas Trees, Parks, Rural Shelter Belts, Rangeland. New Section 3 label includes use for SLF. Not for use on linden, basswood or other Tilia species in Oregon.
Ima-Jet 10 (74578-6) imidacloprid NYS
2(ee), Section 3
trunk injection SLF L trees - commercial, ornamental Trees: Including shade trees, ornamental trees, evergreens and palms in interior plantscapes, non-urban forests, tree plantations, parks, planted Christmas trees, Rural shelter belts, rangeland trees, woodland trees including conifers. New Section 3 label includes use for SLF. Not for use on linden, basswood or other Tilia species in Oregon.
Xytect 10% Infusible (74779-11) imidacloprid NYS
Section 3
trunk injection plant hoppers N?, L? Forest and ornamental trees Forest and ornamental trees. Use sites not specifically named but label includes Ag Use Requirements box (for agriculture applications)
Pointer Insecticide (69117-1) imidacloprid NYS
2(ee)
trunk injection SLF L Ornamental trees Ornamental trees in utility rights-of-way, urban environments, residential areas and interior plantscapes (such as those in domestic
landscape/garden areas, public display plantings, recreation areas, highway and other transportation rights-of-way, scenic corridors, forest areas, campgrounds, and other uncultivated, nonagricultural areas). Do not inject food-bearing plants.
Merit 75W (432-1314)
Merit 2F (432-1312
Merit 75WSP (432-1318)
Prokoz Zenith 75WSP (432-1318)
Prokoz Zenith 2F (432-1312)
Criterion 2F (432-1312)
Criterion 75WSP (432-1318)
Lesco Bandit 2F (432-1312)
Lesco Bandit 75WSP (432-1318)
imidacloprid NYS
Section 3
foliar and drench application planthoppers L ornamental trees, shrubs, evergreens, flowers, foliage plants, groundcovers - not for use on linden, basswood or other Tilia species. Landscape use onlyDrench on trees/shrubs in and around the perimeter of industrial and commercial buildings, in residential and recreational areas, and in municipal, city, state, national, and private wooded and forested areas.
Foliar spray on outdoor ornamental trees, shrubs, evergreens, flowers, foliage plants, groundcovers in residential, commercial and industrial landscape areas. Do not apply to plants that are flowering, apply only after all petals have fallen off.

Not for use on linden, basswood or other Tilia species.
ImidaStar 2L T & O (42750-115)
Xytect 2F (42750-115-74779)
Xytect 75WSP (42750-117-74779)
ArmorTech IMD 2SC (83529-2-86064)
Imidacloprid 75WSP Select (89442-11)
imidacloprid NYS
Section 3
foliar application ONLY planthoppers L ornamental and non-bearing fruit & nut trees, shrubs, evergreens, flowers, foliage plants, groundcovers - not for use on linden, basswood or other Tilia species. Landscape use onlyFoliar application only (systemic uses not labeled for planthoppers) to ornamental and non-bearing fruit & nut trees, shrubs, evergreens, flowers, foliage plants, groundcovers, interior plantscapes for industrial, commercial buildings, residential and landscaped planting areas. Be careful to note formulation and EPA Reg # as similar formulations (e.g. ArmorTech IMD 2F) may not be labeled. Do not apply to plants that are flowering, apply only after all petals have fallen off. Not for use on linden, basswood or other Tilia species.
Lada 2F (83100-6-83979) (NOT Lada 75WSP (83100-26-83979)) imidacloprid NYS
Section 3
foliar application ONLY planthoppers G, N, L, I ornamental trees, shrubs, evergreens, flowers, foliage plants, groundcovers, vegetables - not for use on linden, basswood or other Tilia species. Foliar application only (systemic uses not labeled for planthoppers) to ornamental trees (including non-bearing fruit & nut trees), shrubs, evergreens, flowers, foliage plants, groundcovers, interior plantscapes, vegetable plants (around field-grown nursery and container stock, indoor and outdoor ornamentals (including both greenhouse and interior plantscapes) and ornamentals grown in flats, benches or beds). Do not apply to plants that are flowering, apply only after all petals have fallen off. Not for use on linden, basswood or other Tilia species in Oregon.
Quali-Pro Imidacloprid 2F Turf & Ornamental (66222-203) imidacloprid NYS
2(ee)
Soil drench, injection, broadcast SLF L Ornamental trees, shrubs, flowers and groundcovers Although label includes commercial production greenhouse and nursery uses as well as landscape and interiorscape applications, SLF 2(ee) applies only to soil injection (except no soil injection in Nassau and Suffolk Counties) and soil drench application in and around perimeter of industrial and commercial buildings and residential areas, and state, national and private wooded and forested areas. It does not cover foliar or other application methods or uses in other sites. Note: separate 2(ee) for basal bark application applies only to hemlock woolly adelgid on eastern hemlock. Do not apply to plants that are flowering, apply only after all petals have fallen off. Not for use on linden, basswood or other Tilia species.
Expires November 1, 2025
Mineiro 2F (91234-137) imidacloprid NYS
Section 3
foliar and drench application planthoppers L, I Evergreens, flowers, foliage plants, groundcovers, shrubs, trees Outdoor ornamentals (foliar spray, soil drench) in residential, commercial and industrial landscaped areas amd for plants in interior plantscapes (foliar spray only). Do not apply to plants that are flowering, apply only after all petals have fallen off. Not for use on linden, basswood or other Tilia species.
Coretect (432-1457) imidacloprid NYS
Section 3
Placed below soil planthoppers G, N, L, I Ornamental trees, shrubs, and ornamental plants in containers prior to, during or after planting into landscapes and interiorscapes; Established or newly-planted ornamental trees and shrubs Landscapes, forested areas, and interiorscapes for in-ground and containerized ornamentals. Nursery and greenhouse uses, including non-bearing fruit trees, do not include use for planthoppers. Not for use on linden, basswood or other Tilia species. Tablet formulation on 12-9-4 fertilizer.
Ace-Jet (74578-2) acephate NYS
2(ee) and Section 3
trunk injection SLF N, L Trees and Landscape Ornamentals including Deciduous Tree Farms, Seed Orchards and Plantations, and Forest Trees. Trees, Shrubs, Evergreens, Conifers, Christmas Tree Plantations, & Palms In Forest Areas, including non-urban forests, tree plantations, and seed orchards, parks, rural shelter belts, rangeland trees, and woodland trees including conifers. Do not treat trees that are moisture
stressed or suffering from herbicide damage. Do not inject trees within two weeks of any other spray or soil chemical treatment. Do not use this product on food-bearing trees or shrubs or on trees or shrubs that will bear food within one year after application. Best uptake is in trees in full leaf. Conditions that favor transpiration (i.e., sunny, breezy, low humidity) are optimal for injection. Micro-Injection of trees stressed by drought or extreme heat may result in poor uptake or foliar injury. Irrigate trees prior to treatment for optimal product uptake.
OnyxPro Insecticide (279-4269) bifenthrin F
2(ee)
foliar application SLF G, N, L, I ornamentals, Christmas trees Ornamentals in interiorscapes and on outdoor ornamentals, Christmas trees, & nurseries.
Talstar S Select Insecticide (279-3155) bifenthrin F
2(ee)
foliar application SLF G, N ornamentals and non-bearing fruit and nut trees Ornamentals in greenhouses, lath houses, shade houses and outdoor nurseries, including non-bearing fruit and nut trees
Talstar P Professional (279-3206) bifenthrin F
2(ee)
foliar application SLF G, L Landscape ornamentals and turf Outdoors on landscape ornamentals and turf around residential, institutional, public, commercial, and industrial buildings, greenhouses, parks, recreational areas and athletic fields. Do not apply to any grass or turf area within 100 feet of a water body (lake, pond, river, stream, wetland, or drainage ditch). A single repeat application can be made no sooner than two weeks following the first application if there is renewed insect activity.Do not apply in plant nurseries. Note other label restrictions.
Bifen I/T (53883-118) bifenthrin NYS, 2(ee) foliar application SLF L Ornamentals and trees in interior plantscapes, ornamental gardens, parks, lawns and grounds and other ornamental sites. Includes non-bearing fruit and nut trees. Apply to nymphs and adults; label includes application to trunks and base of trees. Repeat no sooner than every 7 days. Note NY specific language concerning turf areas. Not for use in greenhouses or nurseries or on plants intended for sale.

Expires Nov 1, 2025
Quali-Pro Bifenthrin I/T (53883-365) bifenthrin NYS, 2(ee) foliar application SLF L Ornamentals and trees in interior plantscapes, ornamental gardens, parks, lawns and grounds and other ornamental sites. Includes non-bearing fruit and nut trees. Label also includes non-production greenhouse use. Apply to nymphs and adults; label includes application to trunks and base of trees. Repeat no sooner than every 7 days. No use within 100' of water bodies. Not for use in nurseries or on plants intended for sale. Note newer EPA Registration Number

Expires Nov 1, 2025
BotaniGard ES (82074-1)
Mycotrol ESO (82074-1)
Beauveria bassiana NR
Section 3
foliar application planthoppers Ag*,G,N,L,I Vegetables (many); fruits and berries (many); tree nuts; agronomic crops; forestry including trees and conifers, tree and forest seedlings, and woody ornamentals; herbs and spices; ornamentals including flowers, flowering and foliage plants, bedding plants, groundcovers, shrubs, vines, evergreens, and trees; turf* Greenhouse, shadehouse, indoor/outdoor nursery, landscape, interiorscape and outdoor food crops, rangeland, improved pastures, forestry, turf and soil applications in orchards and container ornamentals. Revised (Oct 2020) label includes use rates as foliar spray for outdoor agriculture production of fruit, nuts and some other food crops.

BotaniGard 22WP (82074-2)
Mycotrol WPO (82074-2)
Beauveria bassiana NR
Section 3
foliar application planthoppers Ag*, G, N, L, I Vegetables (many); fruits and berries (many), herbs and spices, ornamentals including flowers, flowering and foliage plants, bedding plants, groundcovers, shrubs, vines, evergreens, and trees; turf.* Greenhouse, nursery, landscape, interiorscape; turf and soil application in container ornamentals. Forestry sites not included. *USE ON FOOD CROPS LIMITED TO GREENHOUSE, SHADEHOUSE, NURSERY PLANTS, INTERIORSCAPE, AND LANDSCAPE.
BotaniGard Maxx (82074-5)
Xpectro OD (82074-5)
Beauveria bassiana + pyrethrins NR
Section 3
foliar application planthoppers Ag, G, N*, L*, I* Crops: (Outdoors and in greenhouses) vegetables (root and tuber, bulb, leafy, brassica leafy, legume (succulent or dried), fruiting, cucurbit, oriental); foliage of legume, root & tuber vegetables; fruits (citrus, pome, stone, listed subtropical); small fruits and berries; tree nuts; cereal grains; forage, fodder & straw of cereal grains; grasses for seed, forage, fodder & hay; non-grass animal feeds; herbs and spices; artichoke; asparagus; avocado; coffee; hops; jojoba; mushrooms; okra; olives; peanuts, pineapple; rice; safflower; sesame; sugar cane; sunflower; tea; greenhouse fruits, vegetables, flowers, & foliage plants.* Vegetable and orchard crops; ornamentals and vegetables, indoor/outdoor nursery, greenhouse, shadehouse; commercial landscape*, interiorscape and turf*.

*Label omits specific use directions and rates for outdoor nursery, interiorscape, landscape ornamentals, and turf. (NY labels approved 2016)
BoteGHA (82074-1) Beauveria bassiana NR
Section 3
foliar application planthoppers Ag*, L Vegetables (many), fruits and berries (many), tree nuts, agronomic crops, forestry including trees and conifers, tree and forest seedlings; herbs and spices; turf Outdoor food crops, rangeland, improved pastures, forestry; turf and soil applications in orchards. Revised (October 2020) label now includes use rates as a foliar spray for outdoor agriculture production of fruit, nuts and some other food crops .
Pyronyl Crop Spray (89459-26) pyrethrins + PBO NYS
Section 3
foliar application 'fulgorid' [planthoppers] Ag, G, N Vegetables (many), tree and small fruit (many), tree nuts, herbs/spices, agronomic crops, many listed ornamentals Agricultural growing and stored crops; greenhouse fruit, vegetable, flower and foliage plants; outdoor/indoor trees, shrubs, flowers, foliage plants, harvested fruit, also labeled as a surface spray in homes, restaurants, industrial installations, warehouses, etc.
PYClear (89459-40-70299) pyrethrins + PBO NYS
Section 3
foliar application 'fulgorids' [planthoppers] L? Many greenhouse and outdoor vegetables, fruit, herbs/spices, ornamentals Sites for food and ornamentals not listed but no WPS labeling and agriculture production not specified, so may be for non-agricultural use on listed crops.
Altus (432-1575) flupyradifurone NYS, LI
Section 3
foliar and drench application planthoppers G, N, L Ornamental Plants including Flowers, Foliage Plants Shrubs,Trees, and Groundcovers Greenhouse, nursery, landscape ornamentals - foliar application. Greenhouse and container nursery ornamentals, annual landscape ornamentals - drench application. Labeled site for interiorscape not addressed in use directions. Not for use in Nassau, Suffolk Counties
Swagger (34704-1045) bifenthrin + imidacloprid F
2(ee)
foliar application SLF Ag grapes, hops, tree nuts Agricultural
Sniper Helios (34704-858) bifenthrin F
2(ee)
foliar application SLF Ag grapes, hops, tree nuts Agricultural; NYS SPECIFIC BUFFER LANGUAGE - NO GOLF COURSES OR SOD FARMS ON LI
Mustang Maxx Insecticide (279-3426) zeta-cypermethrin F
2(ee)
foliar application SLF Ag grapes, pome & stone fruit Agricultural; NYS SPECIFIC BUFFER LANGUAGE - NO GOLF COURSES OR SOD FARMS ON LI;note there are two 2(ee) SLF labels in NY, one covers only grapes, the other all three crops
Hero Insecticide (279-3315) bifenthrin +
zeta-cypermethrin
F
2(ee)
foliar application SLF Ag grapes Agricultural
DuPont Avaunt Insecticide (352-597) Indoxacarb NR
2(ee)
foliar application SLF Ag grapes, pears, pome, and stone fruits Agricultural
Drexel Carbaryl 4L Insecticide (19713-49) carbaryl NR
2(ee)
foliar application SLF Ag grapes Agricultural
Danitol 2.4EC Spray (59639-35) fenpropathrin F
2(ee)
foliar application SLF Ag grapes, pome & stone fruit Agricultural; note there are 2 2(ee) SLF labels in NY; the October 2018 label covers grapes, the Nov 2018 label all three crops. ADDITIONAL NEW YORK STATE RESTRICTIONS
Brigade WSB Insecticide/Miticide (279-310) bifenthrin F
2(ee)
foliar application SLF Ag grapes, hops, pears Agricultural; note there are 2 2(ee) SLF labels in NY; one only covers grapes, the other all three crops
Brigade 2EC Insecticide/Miticide (279-3313) bifenthrin F
2(ee)
foliar application SLF Ag grapes, hops, pears Agricultural
Actara Insecticide (100-938) thiamethoxam NYS, LI
2(ee)
foliar application SLF Ag grapes, peaches Agricultural; No LI, NYS MAX APP RATE 0.188 LB/AI/ACRE/YEAR EXCEPT POME 0.172
Imidan 70WP (10163-169) phosmet NYS
2(ee)
foliar application SLF Ag apples, grapes, peaches Agricultural
Aza-Direct (71908-1-10163) azadirachtin NR
2(ee)
foliar application SLF Ag apples, grapes, peaches Agricultural, for suppression. Targets immature stages (nymphs). Organic-compatible
M-Pede Insecticide, Miticide, Fungicide (10163-324) potassium salts of fatty acids (ins. soap) NR
2(ee)
foliar application SLF Ag apples, grapes, peaches Agricultural, for suppression. Organic-compatible. Not for Calmeria or Italia grape varieties
Maxxthor SC (81824-5) bifenthrin NYS, 2(ee) structural SLF S Structural indoor and outdoor use Can be applied in and on any residential or commercial structure, building, or mode of transport including food/feed handling establishments unless otherwise prohibited. Do not apply iwthin aricraft cabins. Not for use in greenhouses or nurseries. Avoid runoff to sewers and drains, aqautic areas, etc. See 2(ee) label for other restrictions.
Demand CS (100-1066) lambda-cyhallothrin NYS
2(ee)
Surface spray SLF L, S Structural and perimeter outdoor surfaces, ornamental plants (incl. trees and shrubs) next to foundations of buildings For use on and around buildings and structures, including ornamental trees and shrubs around residential, institutional, public, commercial, agricultural and industrial buildings; parks, recreational areas and other sites. Not for use on golf course turf. See label for longer list of sites. Use on ornamental plants appears limited to those near structures.
Golden Pest Spray Oil (57538-11) soybean oil NR
Section 3
Spray Lanternfly N, L, S* Trees, nursery stock, non-plant sites. Note conifer issues on label. Egg masses only: on trees, ground litter, outdoor household articles, recreational vehicles, firewood, nursery stock, rocks, ships, boats and other forms of transportation, or on other articles moved in interstate commerce. High rate for egg masses can be damaging to foliage.
Insecticides for Home and Garden Use to Control Spotted Lanternfly in New York State
Optrol Insect Control (74779-14) imidacloprid LI soil drench planthoppers HG Flowers, groundcovers Outdoor residential use. Planthoppers are target pests listed only for flowers and groundcovers. Not for use on Long Island.
Orange Guard Ornamental Plants (61887-3) d-limonene NR
Section 3
foliar application plant hoppers HG All ornamental plants Indoors and outdoors.
Ortho BugClear Insect Killer for Lawns and Landscapes Concentrate (239-2718) bifenthrin +
zeta-cypermethrin
NR
2(ee)
foliar application SLF HG Roses, flowers, shrubs, small (non-fruit bearing) trees, home vegetable gardens, melons, & fruit and nut trees (see label). Residential outdoor use only. Expires 4/1/2023
Ortho BugClear Insect Killer for Lawns and Landscapes Ready to Spray (239-2718) bifenthrin +
zeta-cypermethrin
NR
2(ee)
foliar application SLF HG Roses, flowers, shrubs, small (non-fruit bearing) trees, home vegetable gardens, melons, & fruit and nut trees (see label). Residential outdoor use only. Expires 4/1/2023
Bug-B-Gon Insect Killer for Lawns and Gardens Concentrate (239-2718) bifenthrin +
zeta-cypermethrin
NR
2(ee)
foliar application SLF HG Roses, flowers, shrubs, small (non-fruit bearing) trees, home vegetable gardens, melons, & fruit and nut trees (see label). Residential outdoor use only. Expires 4/1/2023
Bug-B-Gon Insect Killer for Lawns and Gardens Ready-to-Spray (239-2718) bifenthrin +
zeta-cypermethrin
NR
2(ee)
foliar application SLF HG Roses, flowers, shrubs, small (non-fruit bearing) trees, home vegetable gardens, melons, & fruit and nut trees (see label). Residential outdoor use only. Expires 4/1/2023
Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer for Lawn and Landscape Ready to Spray (239-2718) bifenthrin +
zeta-cypermethrin
NR
2(ee)
foliar application SLF HG Roses, flowers, shrubs, small (non-fruit bearing) trees, home vegetable gardens, melons, & fruit and nut trees (see label). Residential outdoor use only. Expires 4/1/2023
Ortho Home Defense Insect Killer for Lawn and Landscape Concentrate (239-2718) bifenthrin +
zeta-cypermethrin
NR
2(ee)
foliar application SLF HG Roses, flowers, shrubs, small (non-fruit bearing) trees, home vegetable gardens, melons, & fruit and nut trees (see label). Residential outdoor use only. Expires 4/1/2023
Monterey Fruit Tree Spray Plus (70051-111-54705) pyrethrins +
neem oil
NR
2(ee)
foliar application SLF HG Fruits, nuts, vegetables, herbs, spices, roses, and shrubs Residential outdoor use only. Organic-compatible. Note sensitive plants on full label.
Harris Home Pest Control Spotted Lanternfly Killer (3-11) deltamethrin NR
Section 3
spray to outside surfaces of buildings SLF S Structural use for outside surfaces of buildings only, maximum of once per week Residential outdoor use only. Not for commercial food handling establishments, restaurants, or other places where food is commercially prepared or processed. Not for use on vegetable plants or other plants used for food.
^Restriction: NR=None (i.e. general-use, no applicator license needed); NYS = NYS-restricted, F= federally restricted, LI=No use on Long Island
#Labeling type: 2(ee) label in NY, 24(c) Special Local Need label in NY: you will need copies of these supplemental labels when making applications for SLF. Section 3: these federal label labels already include the target pest (planthoppers usually), no need for additional labeling; have package label on hand when making application
Standard (Section 3) and special 2(ee) and SLN 24c labels can be downloaded from the NYSPAD website https://www.dec.ny.gov/nyspad/products
Labeled target pest: SLF = Spotted lanternfly
Use: Ag - food &/or forage crop production; N = nursery (production); G = Greenhouse (production); L = landscape (maintenance); I =interiorscape (maintenance); HG = home garden (also includes commercial landscape unless otherwise indicated); S = Structural
*see notes in labeled sites column
Information included is not a substitute for labeling. Always read and understand the product label before applying any pesticide. Changes in pesticide registations, regulations, and guidelines continually occur.
Verify product registration status in NY before use and obtain product labels, including 2(ee) and 24(c) SLN labels which applicators must have when making such applications, at the NYSPAD website: http://www.dec.ny.gov/nyspad/
Trade names used are for convenience only. No endorsement of products is intended, nor is criticism of unnamed products implied.
6/2022 updated D. Gilrein, CCE Suffolk

For more information: https://nysipm.cornell.edu/environment/invasive-species-exotic-pests/spotted-lanternfly/

Last updated September 22, 2022