Dursban acts as a cholinesterase inhibitor, which belongs to the organophosphorus group. Dursban is a broad-spectrum insecticide acting as a nerve poison on insects. Dursban is based on the active ingredient chlorpyrifos with EC formulation.
Dursban is also used for protecting buildings from termites at pre- and post-construction stages.
Dursban acts on insects by contact and stomach mode of action.
Dursban also exhibits fumigation action.
Dursban is widely used for control of various lepidopteran larvae.