Harris
Diatomaceous Earth Crawling Insect Killer
Est. Price$23.99
9.7
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Meets the Welpr Standard
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Best Non-Toxic Pest Control Products
We vetted pest control products against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.
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Medical Reviewer, PhD
Here's what we look for:
- Simple, effective formulas made with fully natural or safe synthetic ingredients
- Absolutely no pesticides, insecticides, or harsh chemical repellents
- Free from parabens, PEGs, phthalates, BHA/BHT, chlorine, ammonia, formaldehyde, and undisclosed synthetic fragrance (unless certified safe)
- Minimal, non-irritating preservatives used only when necessary
- Brands that are transparent about sourcing, ingredients, and manufacturing practices
Best Non-Toxic Pest Control Products
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STEM
Plant-Based Active Ingredient Bug Spray
Est. Price$7.28
9.7
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Fragrance-free
Money-back guarantee
For Multi-insect
Spray
Indoor & outdoor
Cedarcide
Insect Repelling Cedar Granules
Est. Price$41.99
9.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Granules
Indoor & outdoor
Mighty Mint
Ant Killer Spray
Est. Price$21.98
8.7
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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No synthetic fragrance
For Ants
Spray
Indoor & outdoor
Mighty Mint
Spider Repellent Spray
Est. Price$10.66
8.3
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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No synthetic fragrance
For Multi-insect
Spray
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Wondercide
Indoor Pest Control Spray
Est. Price$36.99
8.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Cruelty-free
Made in USA
No synthetic fragrance
Recyclable packaging
For Multi-insect
Spray
Indoor & outdoor
Mighty Mint
Indoor & Outdoor Insect Repellent Spray
Est. Price$21.98
7.7
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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No synthetic fragrance
For Multi-insect
Spray
Indoor & outdoor
Mighty Mint
Roach Repellent Spray
Est. Price$21.98
7.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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No synthetic fragrance
For Roaches
Spray
Indoor & outdoor
Cedarcide
All-Purpose Bug Spray
Est. Price$24
9.3
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Fails the Welpr Standard
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Spray
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Kate's Home & Garden
Peppermint Oil Spray
Est. Price$17.99
7.3
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Fails the Welpr Standard
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Cruelty-free
Made in USA
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Spray
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How to Swap to Non-Toxic pest control products:
Here's how to swap to non-toxic pest control products:
What to know about pest control products
Pest control products like sprays, traps, and repellents are designed to kill or deter insects and rodents, and many contain ingredients that can linger on surfaces and in the air long after use. Welpr looks at what these products are made of, how transparent the brand is about its ingredients, and whether the formula avoids harsh or undisclosed chemicals. Because pest control products are often used in kitchens, bedrooms, and around pets or children, what they contain matters.
- Products sprayed indoors or on surfaces you touch often deserve the most attention since they increase your exposure through skin contact and breathing.
- Traps and bait stations that contain ingredients inside a sealed housing generally pose less direct contact risk than open sprays or foggers.
Review what you already use
Check the labels on any pest control sprays, repellents, or treatments you currently have at home. Welpr prioritizes products that fully disclose their ingredients and avoid harsh sulfates, quats, phthalates, and formaldehyde-releasing compounds.
- Look for vague terms like "proprietary blend," "inert ingredients," on the label — these are signs the formula lacks transparency.
- Start with the products you use most often or in the most enclosed spaces, like bedroom sprays or kitchen ant treatments.
Use your current pest control products more safely
Replacing every pest control product at once isn't always practical. Small changes in how you use what you have can reduce what you and your household breathe in or touch.
- Open windows and doors before and after applying any indoor spray, and keep the room ventilated for at least 15–30 minutes.
- Keep children and pets out of treated areas until surfaces are fully dry, and avoid spraying near food prep surfaces or bedding.
Choose cleaner replacements
Look for pest control products from transparent brands that fully disclose every ingredient and skip quats, phthalates, and harsh preservatives. Fragrance-free or essential-oil-based formulas are preferable, and third-party certifications like EWG VERIFIED™ or MADE SAFE® are a helpful signal.
- Choose physical barriers like traps, sealed bait stations, or diatomaceous earth over aerosol sprays and foggers, which spread fine particles through the air you breathe.
- Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved pest control products.
Camille May
Cofounder & Product Curator
Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....
Olushola M. Awoyemi
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...