| abstract |
The invention relates to an aqueous pesticide composition for killing dust mites, which contains a chelating agent as the active ingredient and a surfactant to facilitate distribution over, or subsequent removal from, the surfaces of fabric or fibrous materials, such as floor coverings, wall and window coverings, furniture coverings, etc. The invention also relates to methods of using the aqueous pesticide composition for killing dust mites and controlling the dust mite population in the indoor living environment and for cleaning carpets and rugs. |