and discard anything showing obvious signs of infestation.
However, don’t stop after removing one contaminated package. Check nearby foods as well, including unopened packages. Pantry moth larvae can sometimes be present inside cardboard boxes or thin packaging without being visible from the outside.
Once suspicious products have been removed, empty the entire cupboard or pantry. Vacuum the corners, cracks, shelf edges, joints, and other small spaces where larvae or cocoons could be hiding. Follow this with a thorough cleaning of the shelves and surrounding surfaces.
This step is essential because removing the contaminated food alone may not eliminate insects that have already moved away from it.
Protect the Food That Remains
After cleaning the pantry, consider changing how dry foods are stored.
Airtight containers made from glass, metal, or sturdy plastic offer much better protection than cardboard boxes or thin bags. They make it more difficult for insects to reach
