Editorial photo #13496559 Human Interest

Mothballs - Naphthalene - Chemical Pesticide - Pest Control

Naphthalene balls are placed in tin trunks with winter clothing to protect them from insects in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on March 16, 2026. Naphthalene balls, also known as mothballs, are used as a household pesticide to repel moths and other pests. (Photo by Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto)

Photo details

Photo ID: #13496559
Date taken: 16 March 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Soumyabrata Roy/NurPhoto
Category: Human Interest

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No People Naphthalene balls mothballs chemical compound household pesticide repel moths repel insects repel pests clothing protection fabric protection stored food protection strong odor pest repellent clothes storage food storage traditional remedies deodorizers shoe deodorizer closet deodorizer potential toxicity caution well-ventilated areas winter clothing garment storage tin trunks insect protection Tehatta West Bengal India Soumyabrata Roy NurPhoto 16/03/2026.