Insecticide Treated Polyethylene Sheeting for Prevention of Malaria in Emergencies

Insecticide Treated Polyethylene Sheeting is based on the standard polyethylene sheeting that is issued routinely as temporary shelter for people affected by emergencies. During manufacture the pyrethroid insecticide, deltamethrin, is extruded with the polyethylene into three-ply laminated sheets, comprising an inner low-density laminate and two, outer high-density laminates. The insecticide release characteristics enable the deltamethrin to diffuse slowly to the outer surfaces and to become available for pick-up by any insect that lands on the surface.

Standard polyethylene sheeting that is issued routinely as temporary shelter for people affected by emergencies. Standard untreated plastic sheeting is Identical to ITPS but without the incorporation of insecticide.