{"title":"How to kill pantry moths | Non-toxic","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHow to kill pantry moths\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose small moths fluttering out of the cupboard are a sign the breeding cycle is already under way. The ones you see are the breeders, so knocking them down does help. The trouble is that the real damage is hidden inside your food, where the larvae feed, so swatting alone never keeps up. Getting rid of pantry moths for good means dealing with the adults and their food source together, all without toxic sprays near your groceries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you are really up against\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdult pantry moths do not eat and do not live long. Their whole job is to mate and lay eggs on your dry goods. Those eggs hatch into larvae that feed inside flour, cereal and pet food, then crawl into cracks, corners and cabinet seams to pupate. Clear only the moths in the air and a fresh wave emerges from the food and the crevices within days. That is why the food and the hiding spots matter every bit as much as the moths themselves. (More on the how and why: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drkilligans.com\/blogs\/insects\/what-is-the-life-cycle-of-a-pantry-moth\"\u003ePantry moth life cycle\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drkilligans.com\/blogs\/pest-control\/8-ways-to-outsmart-pantry-moths-eggs-larvae-and-future-prevention\"\u003eHow to get rid of pantry moths: 8 proven ways\u003c\/a\u003e.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe non-toxic way to kill pantry moths\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart by hunting down the source. Check every open bag and box of dry food for webbing, clumping or tiny larvae. Throw out anything clearly infested. For a sealed staple that still looks clean but you are not sure about, freeze it for a week as a precaution, since a home freezer at 0°F kills any eggs and larvae you cannot see. Then vacuum the shelves and wipe down the cabinet, paying attention to cracks and corners where larvae hide. Hang \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drkilligans.com\/products\/premium-pantry-moth-traps-6-traps\"\u003ePantry Moth Traps\u003c\/a\u003e to catch the adult males on their pheromone lure and stop them mating. For the cracks and shelf edges where larvae pupate, puff \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drkilligans.com\/products\/dust-to-dust-non-toxic-insect-powder\"\u003eDust to Dust\u003c\/a\u003e with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drkilligans.com\/products\/insect-buster\"\u003eInsect Buster\u003c\/a\u003e. Treat bare surfaces with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drkilligans.com\/products\/six-feet-under-non-toxic-insect-spray\"\u003eSix Feet Under\u003c\/a\u003e on contact once the food is cleared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKill pantry moths for good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFind the source:\u003c\/strong\u003e inspect every dry good and toss anything with webbing, clumps or larvae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreeze the maybes:\u003c\/strong\u003e freeze sealed staples that look clean but you are unsure about for a week as a precaution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean it out:\u003c\/strong\u003e vacuum shelves and cracks, then wipe the cabinet down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrap the adults:\u003c\/strong\u003e hang Pantry Moth Traps to catch the males and stop new eggs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreat the hiding spots:\u003c\/strong\u003e puff Dust to Dust into cracks and seams, and spray Six Feet Under on cleared surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drkilligans.com\/collections\/how-to-get-rid-of-pantry-moths-in-the-pantry-non-toxic-guide\"\u003eHow to get rid of pantry moths in the pantry\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drkilligans.com\/collections\/how-to-moth-proof-a-pantry-non-toxic-guide\"\u003eHow to moth-proof a pantry\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop non-toxic pantry moth control →\u003c\/strong\u003e browse the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/drkilligans.com\/collections\/pantry-moths\"\u003ePantry moth collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"insect-buster","title":"Insect Buster: Targeted Insect Powder Applicator - Works with Dust to Dust or any Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003eDisperse insect powders with precision using this meticulously engineered bulb duster, saving you time and money on pest control.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dr. Killigan's","offers":[{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":42471887503578,"sku":"IB-SML-08","price":24.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14 oz","offer_id":42471887470810,"sku":"IB-LRG-14","price":29.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/7952\/4251\/files\/The-Insect-Buster-Bulb-Duster-small.jpg?v=1762439476"},{"product_id":"premium-pantry-moth-traps-6-traps","title":"Pantry Moth Trap (6 Pack) - Double Potent Pheromone \u0026 Glue Formula - Protect Food \u0026 Kitchens","description":"\u003cp\u003eTrusted by Homes \u0026amp; Gardens magazine, home improvement icon Bob Vila and 250,000+ households, these double-potent pheromone glue traps are proven to be the most effective solution to eradicate pantry moths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Dr. Killigan's","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":37254091997339,"sku":"PMT-BLK-06","price":17.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":37254092030107,"sku":"PMT-BLU-06","price":17.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/7952\/4251\/files\/Premium-Pantry-Moth-Traps-black.jpg?v=1762439483"},{"product_id":"six-feet-under-non-toxic-insect-spray","title":"Six Feet Under: Indoor \u0026 Outdoor Insect Killer \u0026 Repellant - Fast-Acting (24 oz)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur clean kill formula is a biodegradable blend of active plant-derived ingredients, and it's proven to kill ants, roaches, insect larvae, beetles, moths, flies, fleas, and 50+ other bugs—fast. 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