Monitor trap to identify food moth infestation.

The practical solution!

The glue trap SWISSINNO is used for detecting early an infestation by food moths such as the Mediterranean flour moth, the Indian meal moth, the tobacco moth, and others (Plodia & Ephestia). These moths have a wingspan of approx. 20mm. The front wings are luminous light yellow and the back wings are somewhat lighter. The trap works on the principle that male moths are attracted by the natural sexual substance (pheromone) and are then held in the trap by the glue.

Advantages of the food moth trap

Provides early detection of food moth infestations
Ready baited with sexually alluring pheromones, which attract male moths into the traps where they stick to the adhesive inner surfaces and die.
Moths can enter the trap from all four sides.
Compact and space-saving.
Ready for use straight from the pack: no assembly required.
With self-adhesive fixing pads.

How to use Food Moth Trap

1. Remove the trap from the protective packaging. The pheromone is now active and already attracting moths.

2. Lay the trap down on a horizontal surface, or, using the sticky tape on the back of the trap, fix it to a vertical surface, e.g. inside, or outside a kitchen cupboard. The trap is suitable for use in kitchens, larders, bakeries, restaurants etc.

3. Check the traps weekly. Replace the trap when the sticky surface is covered in moths, or at the latest every 8 weeks.

1. Remove the trap from the protective packaging. The pheromone is now active and already attracting moths.

3. Check the traps weekly. Replace the trap when the sticky surface is covered in moths, or at the latest every 8 weeks.

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions

How does the food moth trap work?

The food moth trap is used for early detection of infestations of dried fruit, flour, storage and other food moths (Plodia and Ephestia). The trap is ready baited with sexually alluring pheromones, which attract male moths into the trap where they stick to the adhesive inner surfaces and die.

For how long does the bait work?

After activation of the trap, the bait will last for 8 weeks.

Is the trap dangerous?

No. The trap is pesticide-free and does not contain any chemical substances that are a hazard to humans or animals.

What to do if infested?

In the event of an infestation, thoroughly check all foods and food storage places in the vicinity (cupboards and shelves) for larvae and pupae. Discard any contaminated food and clean the cupboards and shelves thoroughly. It is recommended that all susceptible foods are stored in hermetically-sealed containers.

What damage can moths cause?

The food moths are butterflies and behave as pests of stored products. The adult moths are not harmful and do not consume food during their short 1-2 week life. The actual pests that cause the damage are the larvae (the caterpillars) loss of quantity and quality of infested foods:

subsequent infestation by fungi and mites in food
contamination of foods and food processing equipment with faeces, cocoons, cast-off skins and pupae
short circuits and malfunctioning of electrical appliances

Infestations are found not only in food, but also in dried flower arrangements where the caterpillars feed on the plant seeds. Unless these hideaways are cleaned, the moths come out of hiding and invade the food.

Which foods are attacked by food moths?

The larvae (the caterpillars) eat products of plant origin, like nuts, dried fruit, almonds, peanuts and cereals, as well as products derived from these foods, such as pet food, muesli, chocolate, dried flower arrangements.

FOOD MOTH TRAP