Spinosad has a very low toxicity for mammals and non-leaf feeding insects including sucking insects like aphids, scale, or mealy bugs.

What insecticide kills mealybugs?

Insecticides. Insecticidal soaps, horticultural oil, or neem oil insecticides applied directly on mealybugs can provide some suppression, especially against younger nymphs that have less wax accumulation.

What pests does spinosad kill?

Spinosad quickly kills target insects like caterpillars, leafminers, thrips, and foliage-feeding beetles.