Mothballs

What causes moth balls to disappear?
Mothballs in the U.S. contain high concentrations of either naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene. Both active ingredients are solid chemicals that slowl...
Do moth balls hurt animals?
Mothballs contain a high concentration of insect repellent. Poisoning most commonly occurs when dogs ingest mothballs. Cats are more sensitive to thei...
Do mothballs deter pests such as bugs and rats?
While they may work forwarding off moths and insects, mothballs will not deter rats from making themselves at home among your belongings. What pests w...
What do mothballs look like?
A small pellet of a pungent substance, typically naphthalene, put among stored clothes to keep away moths. Mothballs can look like little pellets or s...
Do mothballs also repel animals?
Mothballs are pesticides that slowly release a gas vapor to kill and repel moths (and their larvae) and other insects. Mothballs are also used to repe...
What is mothballs?
Are mothballs harmful to humans?What kind of animals do mothballs keep away?Why are moth balls banned?Why do people use mothballs?Can you sleep in a ...
Are mothballs harmful to the ground?
Using mothballs in gardens also causes significant environmental problems. They usually contain either naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene. Both of the...
What are the side effects for you and your pets to prolonged moth ball exposure?
Ingestion of naphthalene mothballs can cause gastrointestinal upset and less frequently, anemia, neurologic signs, and kidney or liver damage. What ha...
Are mothballs safe for pets?
Long-term exposure to mothball fumes can harm pets and people. ... Ingestion of naphthalene mothballs can cause gastrointestinal upset and less freque...