Ortho Home Defense Ant & Roach Killer with Essential Oils is safe* and strong. Tested and proven to start killing bugs in seconds** but safe to use around kids and pets*. Formulated with essential oils such as cinnamon oil, geraniol, castor oil, cornmint oil, and clove oil. (*Safe to use around kids and pets when used as directed) (**Tested on ants & roaches).