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Frequently Asked Questions About Moth Balls

Most moth balls stay effective for several months in a properly sealed container. Replace them once they dissolve fully to maintain consistent protection.
They are registered pesticides and should only be placed in airtight containers or sealed closets as the label directs. Keep them away from children and pets.
Moth balls are formulated specifically for moths and their larvae. They are not designed to control other common household pests such as beetles or cockroaches.
Wash or dry-clean garments before wearing them again. Hanging items outside in fresh air for a few hours also helps clear any lingering odor from the fabric.

Moth Balls

Protect your wardrobe and keep your fabrics protected with moth balls from Tractor Supply. Available in our cleaning supplies, we offer moth balls designed to repel moths, larvae and other fabric-damaging pests, helping preserve your clothes, coats and seasonal garments. Whether you’re storing winter sweaters, delicate silks or heirloom lines, our selection helps keep your items safe.

Long-Term Protection for Off-Season Clothing

Wool and other natural fibers are exactly what moth larvae need to survive, which is why adult moths seek them out to lay eggs. Closets and trunks full of off-season clothing are a prime target. Moth balls address the problem by turning from solid pellets into vapor through a process called sublimation. That gas builds up inside a sealed container and kills moths at every point in their life cycle. Most people use moth balls when packing away seasonal clothing in garment bags, bins or chests for the long haul.

Our moth balls come in single-use packets that allow airflow, so the active ingredient can work through sealed containers evenly. Coverage varies by product size, with larger options treating up to 50 cubic feet of storage space at once.

Chemicals That Power the Protection

Two active ingredients drive most moth ball formulas – naphthalene is the traditional compound found in old-fashioned formulations. Paradichlorobenzene is a newer alternative that produces less lingering odor and evaporates more quickly. We recommend running stored garments through a laundry cycle before wearing them again to clear any chemical residue and refresh the fabric.

Fabrics That Need Extra Attention

Cashmere, silk, mohair and angora are all vulnerable because they come from animal hair or animal-produced thread. Cotton-wool and synthetic-wool blends carry risk, too, since the natural fiber content still draws insects. Tucking moth balls between layers of these materials before sealing the container helps protect every fold. A few untreated weeks are all that larvae need to cause noticeable damage.

Store Clothes with Moth Balls from Tractor Supply

Moth balls provide steady, hands-off protection in closed storage and handle everything from winter coats to heirloom quilts. Find the right size and quantity for your storage needs at your local Tractor Supply store or on our website.