The other ingredients in the Martins Permethrin 10% are the inert ingredients, which the manufacturer is not required to disclose. You may want to contact the manufacturer, Control Solutions, directly, at 1-800-242-5562.
Martin's Permethrin 10% is not labeled for bedbugs and is not labeled for mites on dogs or humans and cannot be recommended or used for this issue. It is labeled for mites and fogging in poultry houses, swine houses, cattle and horse barns, etc., but not in residential areas.
Please see our Bed Bug Treatment Guide for recommendations on how to eradicate this pest. Be sure that you have a correct pest ID before purchasing or applying pesticides.
There is no withdrawal period is specified on the Martins Permethrin 10% product label.
Martins Permethrin 10% is not labeled for carpet beetles. You can find our selection of products for carpet beetles here. You may also want to look over our Carpet Beetle Pest Control Guide for more information.
When using Martins Permethrin 10% for treating cattle you will need to dilute 8 ounces of the product in 50 gallons of water (or 1 pt in 100 gals. water or 1 qt in 200 gals) and apply to cattle by spraying them with the mixed solution thouroughly covering the entire animal. A second treatment can be made after 14-21 days from the first application. Also refer to the product labeling before making any application.
We recommend bathing the dog first and then applying Martins Permethrin 10%. You will use 8 fl. oz. per 12.5 gallons of water for dipping for fleas.
Martins Permethrin 10% is not labeled to be painted onto tree trunks. You can dilute this product at a rate of 6 oz per gallon of water with a hand-pump or backpack sprayer and then spray around the perimeter of your home to control elm seed bugs. This article from your Colorado Extension has great information about this pest and its life cycle. They suggest treating around your home for the best defense against this pest since the trees will already have populations too established for you to control with insecticides.
Martins Permethrin 10% does not contain petroleum. It cannot be used on clothes.
The dilution rate for Martins Permethrin 10% is 2 oz. per gallon of water.
Martins Permethrin 10% would be mixed with water only and applied at the following rates and instructions on cattle:
Dilute 8 ozs. in 50 gals. water
Dilute 1 pt in 100 gals. water
Dilute 1 qt. in 200 gals. water
Dilute 2 ozs. in 1 gal. water
Dilute 1 pt. in 8 gals. water
Spray to thoroughly cover entire animal. For lice or mites a second treatment is recommended 14-21 days later. Spray lactating dairy cows only after milking is completed. SPOT TREATMENT - LOW PRESSURE SPRAY Apply 1/2 oz. per ear or 2-4 oz. on face or 12-16 oz. along the backline.
The manufacturer recommends that you do not apply Martins Permethrin 10% to pigs until they are 12 weeks old at the following rates:
Dilute 8 ozs. in 25 gals. of water
Dilute 1 pt. in 50 gals. of water
Dilute 1 qt. in 100 gals. of water
Spray, dip or sponge to apply 1 pint per pig, especially around ears. Please refer to the product Label for complete application instructions.
When applying Martins Permethrin 10%, pets will need to be kept out of the area during application and until dry, usually a couple of hours.
Martins Permethrin 10% is not labeled to be used on fruit trees so would not be recommended. Bonide Fruit Tree Spray Concentrate would be a better option.
We recommend consulting your vet before using Martins Permethrin 10% on very young animals.
Martins Permethrin 10% can be sprayed on cattle as directed on the product label.
Diluted Martins Permethrin 10% should be used or discarded within 24 hours per the manufacturer’s recommendation.
Martins Permethrin 10% is not labeled for bagworms so would not be recommended. There is the Permethrin SFR that is labeled for them as a better option.
Martins Permethrin 10% should not be applied to patio furniture for mosquitoes. Spray outside surfaces of screens, doors, window frames, and treat surfaces around light fixtures on porches, in garages, around shrubbery, and other places where these insects alight or congregate.
Martins Permethrin 10% is labeled for spiders and for use indoors when used as directed on the product label.
No, Martins Permethrin 10% is not labeled for use where animals would graze. The only insecticide we carry that can be used in grazing areas is the all natural Essentria All Purpose.
Martins Permethrin 10% can be used on dogs.
Per product label:
Dilute 8 ozs. in 12.5 gals. of water
Thoroughly wet the animal by dipping, sponging or spraying.
Allow animal to dry in a warm place without rinsing or
toweling. Do not reapply product for two to three weeks.
Consult a veterinarian before using this product on
debilitated, aged, pregnant or nursing animals on medication.
