Used primarily as a larvicide in public health and pest control programs, this chemical targets insect larvae, especially in mosquito abatement efforts. It works by disrupting chitin synthesis, preventing larvae from developing into adults. Commonly applied in aquatic environments where mosquitoes breed, such as stagnant water, drainage systems, and artificial containers. Due to its high specificity and low toxicity to non-target organisms, it is favored in integrated vector management strategies. Also used in urban and rural settings to help control disease-carrying mosquito populations, contributing to the prevention of vector-borne illnesses like dengue and Zika.