Used primarily as a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide, this chemical is effective in controlling flying and crawling insects such as flies, mosquitoes, fleas, and cockroaches. It is commonly found in household insect sprays, mosquito coils, and pet shampoos or sprays designed to eliminate fleas and ticks. Due to its fast-acting knockdown effect and low mammalian toxicity, it is widely used in public health programs for vector control. It is also used in agricultural settings to protect stored grains and crops from insect infestation. The compound works by disrupting the nervous system of insects, leading to paralysis and death.