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PT Tri-Die Pressurized Dust
04/10/26
PT Tri-Die Pressurized Dust, manufactured by BASF, provides 3 types of defense against pests. It combines the ingredients pyrethrin, piperonyl butoxide, and silica dust to create a quick and powerful knockdown with a long term residual effect.
Every can of Tri-Die comes with a unique 4-way straw applicator, that delivers 360-degree coverage in places like wall voids, window seals and furniture where bed bugs and roaches like to hide.
Insects that are missed by the initial contact of Tri-Die Dust, will eventually make contact with the residual dust barrier that causes them to dry out and die. Tri-Die Dust is a powerful insecticide that will definitely take down the toughest of insects and is perfect for most all insecticide treatment programs.
Tools Needed
Tools are not needed for applying Tri-Die Pressurized Dust. Every can comes with a straw applicator.
How to Use
- Step 1: Identify target pests and the area needing treatment
- Step 2: Insert the straw applicator to the Tri-Die Pressurized Insecticide Dust can
- Step 3: Spray the targeted area according to the product label instructions.
Where to Use
For residential, commercial or industrial indoor use, Tri-Die Pressurized Insecticide Dust can be used in cracks and crevices around walls, doors, windows, and flooring. It can be applied in wall voids and in places behind walls and sheet rock. Tri-Die can also be sprayed under appliances, in crawl spaces and attics. Do not apply Tri-Die Insecticide Dust on plastic, painted or varnished surfaces. Remove exposed food, dishes, utensils and food processing equipment before treating kitchen areas. Tri-Die Pressurized Insecticide Dust can also be used in transportation equipment such as busses, boats, ships, trains.
For outdoor use, Tri-Die Pressurized Dust can be applied in cracks and crevice areas around patios, foundations, porches, doors, windows and other entry points where insects can get inside. It is not recommended to apply Tri-Die Dust near crops and water sources inhabited and shared by wildlife.
When to Use
Tri-Die Pressurized Insecticide Dust can be used as a preventative treatment plan by using the residual effect benefit of the spray. It can be used a direct spray to kill on contact and it can be used as a repellent to ensure other pests stay away. It should not be sprayed when rooms or areas are being occupied by humans or pets and other animals. When using Tri-Die for outdoor treatments, do not apply during the rain.
Safety Information
Tri-Die Pressurized Insecticide Dust is safe to use around humans and pets when following the product label instructions. The proper personal protection equipment or (PPE) should be warn when applying Tri-Die Dust. When using Tri indoors, give the room 2 hours to ventilate before entering.
Special Considerations
Tri-Die Pressurized Insecticide Dust can be used to control for insects in sewers and drain, however it is important to follow the label instructions to avoid harming aquatic habitats. Before applying Tri-Die Dust to surface areas, spray a small area to test for residue staining.
| Restricted Use | No |
|---|---|
| Shipping Restrictions | HI, ME |
| Availability | Online |
| Signal Word | CAUTION |
| Keith's Pro Tip | When combating hard to eliminate pests like fleas or bed bugs, use the right product for all infested surface areas, continuously vacuum and do not get discouraged as eliminating these pests take time. Always follow-up with a preventative treatment plan. |
| Target Pests Multi | Ants, Bed Bugs, Beetles, Book Lice, Boxelder Bugs, Cadelles, Cheese Mites, Cigarette Beetles, Clover Mites, Cluster Flies, Cockroaches, Confused Flour Beetles, Crickets, Dark Mealworms, Dermestid Beetles, Drugstore Beetles, Earwigs, Elm Leaf Beetles, Firebrats, Fleas, Grain Beetles, Grain Mites, Grain Weevils, Granary Weevils, Ground Beetles, Indianmeal Moths, Lice, Mealworms, Millipedes, Pillbugs, Red Flour Beetles, Rice Weevils, Saw-Tooth Grain Beetles, Scorpions, Silverfish, Sowbugs, Spiders, Termites, Ticks, Tobacco Chocolate Moths, trogodermas, Yellow Mealworms |
| Time to Kill | Tri-Die Pressurized Insecticide Dust will kill pests on contact, repel pests that do not come in contact and will provide a residual effect that will continue to kill pests for up 1 to 2 weeks. |
| Chemical Type | Insecticide |
| Formulation | Dust |
| Application Methods | Crack & Crevice, Spot Treatment |
| Product Drawbacks | Tri-Die Pressurized Dust does not control for carpenter ants or carpenter bees. For carpenter ant and carpenter bee infestations try using FiPro Foaming Aerosol. |
| Active Ingredient | Pyrethrins, a botanical insecticide- 0.6%, Piperonyl Butoxide- 4.8%, Amorphous Silica Dioxide- 8.0% |
| Application Equipment | Gloves, Respirator Mask |
| Mix Rate | Tri-Die Pressurized Insecticide Dust is a ready-to-use (RTU) product that does not require mixing. Spray PT Tri-Die Pressurized Dust for 1 second per 3 ft. for cracks and crevices. For direct sprays, apply from distance of 18 to 24" from surface for 10 seconds per room in residential areas. For direct sprays in commercial areas, apply from distance of 18 to 24" from surface for 10 seconds per 100 ft. For spot treatments, apply in short burst 1 seconds per 2 ft. |
| Use Sites | Indoors, Outdoors |
| Yield | Cracks and Crevice Applications- 1 second sprays will treat up to 3 feet. Direct Spray Applications- 10 seconds per room for residential areas or 10 seconds per 100 square feet for commercial areas. Spot Spray Applications- Apply short 1 second burst sprays at a time to cover no larger than 20% of the surface area and 1 individual spot spray application should not exceed 2 square feet. |
| EPA Registration No. | 499-385 |
| Shelf Life | Tri-Die Pressurized Insecticide Dust will last for up to 1 to 2 years when stored according to the product label. Store Tri-Die Pressurized Insecticide Dust in a cool, dry storage area. |
| Comparable Products | Pyganic Dust |
| Children or pets? | No |
| Property Characteristics | None |
| Availability | Online |
| Restricted Use | No |
| Brand | BASF |
| Keith's Pro Tips | When combating hard to eliminate pests like fleas or bed bugs, use the right product for all infested surface areas, continuously vacuum and do not get discouraged as eliminating these pests take time. Always follow-up with a preventative treatment plan. |
| Product Drawbacks | Tri-Die Pressurized Dust does not control for carpenter ants or carpenter bees. For carpenter ant and carpenter bee infestations try using FiPro Foaming Aerosol. |
| Target Pests | Ants, Bed Bugs, Beetles, Booklice, Boxelder Bugs, Cadelles, Cheese Mites, Chocolate Moths, Cigarette Beetles, Clover Mites, Cluster Flies, Cockroaches, Confused Flour Beetles, Crickets, Dark Mealworms, Dermestids, Drugstore Beetles, Earwigs, Elm Leaf Beetles, Firebrats, Flat Grain Beetles, Fleas, Grain Mites, Grain Weevils, Granary Weevils, Ground Beetles, Indianmeal Moths, Lice, Mealworms, Millipedes, Pillbugs, Red Flour Beetles, Rice Weevils, Sawtoothed Grain Beetles, Scorpions, Silverfish, Sowbugs, Spiders, Termites, Ticks, Trogodermas, and Yellow Mealworms. |
| Application Equipment | Gloves, Respirator Mask |
| Application Methods | Crack & Crevice, Spot Treatment |
| Active Ingredient | Pyrethrins, a botanical insecticide- 0.6%, Piperonyl Butoxide- 4.8%, Amorphous Silica Dioxide- 8.0% |
| Product Type | Insecticide |
| Formulation | Dust |
| Application Rate | Tri-Die Pressurized Insecticide Dust is a ready-to-use (RTU) product that does not require mixing. Spray PT Tri-Die Pressurized Dust for 1 second per 3 ft. for cracks and crevices. For direct sprays, apply from distance of 18 to 24" from surface for 10 seconds per room in residential areas. For direct sprays in commercial areas, apply from distance of 18 to 24" from surface for 10 seconds per 100 ft. For spot treatments, apply in short burst 1 seconds per 2 ft. |
| Shelf Life | Tri-Die Pressurized Insecticide Dust will last for up to 1 to 2 years when stored according to the product label. Store Tri-Die Pressurized Insecticide Dust in a cool, dry storage area. |
| Yield | Cracks and Crevice Applications- 1 second sprays will treat up to 3 feet. Direct Spray Applications- 10 seconds per room for residential areas or 10 seconds per 100 square feet for commercial areas. Spot Spray Applications- Apply short 1 second burst sprays at a time to cover no larger than 20% of the surface area and 1 individual spot spray application should not exceed 2 square feet. |
| Use Sites | Indoors, Outdoors |
| Time to Kill | Tri-Die Pressurized Insecticide Dust will kill pests on contact, repel pests that do not come in contact and will provide a residual effect that will continue to kill pests for up 1 to 2 weeks. |
| Comparable Products | Pyganic Dust |
| EPA Registration # | 499-385 |





