Martins Permethrin 10% is not labeled to be used for head lice nor can it be used on the human body in any way or form. You should consult with a pharmacist or medical doctor for lice shampoo.
To treat for fleas indoors, you would mix the Martins Permethrin 10% at the rate of 1.33 oz per gallon of water per 1000 sq. ft., and the Precor IGR at the rate of 1 oz per gallon of water. Both concentrates can be mixed together in the same gallon of water. Pets and people (other than the person making the application) do need to stay out of the area while the products are being applied and until everything is fully dry. It would be a good idea for you to look over our article on How To Get Rid of Fleas if you have a moment. If you need to treat for several months, then we would recommend rotating the Permethrin with another product such as Conquer Insecticide, since cats can be sensitive to the active ingredient Permethrin.
After spray Martins Permethrin 10%, we would advise keeping out of the treated area for at least 1-2 hours after applying to let the area dry and settle before re-entering.
Martins Permethrin 10% is labeled to be used on horses for ticks. The rates are as follows and can also be found on the product label
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
Martins Permethrin 10% or Bifen IT could be mixed with Exponent in a mister. Bifen IT is actually the more popular product because it is known for being super gentle on plants. The key is to apply to the underside of leaves where the adults lay during the day.
Martins Permethrin 10% is labeled for both indoor and outdoor use. Any food should be removed or covered (including food prep surfaces) prior to application of the product. You should not treat on or near anything edible. Please refer to the product label for complete mixing and application instructions around food handling areas.
When using the Martins Permethrin 10% for flea and tick control on dogs, you will typically mix 0.64 ounces per gallon of water. That would break down to roughly 0.16 ounces per quart (32 oz) of spray solution.
Martins Permethrin 10% is safe on dogs when used as directed on the product label and it should not affect their central nervous system.
Martins Permethrin 10% is labeled to be applied at 8 oz/12.5 gallons of water, 16 oz/20 gallons of water, 32 oz/50 gallons of water for poultry mites. You will spray 1/2 oz per bird or 1 gallon per 100 birds with a fine mist. Spray roosts, walls and nests/cages.
Martins Permethrin 10% is not labeled to be applied on strawberries. Please provide the name of the targeted pest so that we can select a product that will fit your needs.
According to the manufacturer, it is not suggested to use the Martins Permethrin 10% on an EZ-Flo System. Please specify what type of insects you are targeting to better assist your needs.
Martins Permethrin 10% is not labeled to treat either scabies or bed bugs. Scabies mites live only on/in the skin and we do not carry anything to treat humans. Most folks need to visit their doctor to receive the medication needed to get rid of scabies. You may spray your furniture with a product such as Steri-fab to kill anything on furniture though treating the home for scabies is usually not necessary. If you need to treat for bed bugs we would recommend using one of our bed bug kits to ensure that you have all of the products necessary for a thorough treatment. Before beginning any treatment, we would recommend that you get a proper identification of the pest you are dealing with, if you have not already done so, so that you can be sure you are using the right product(s) for your needs. You can do this by contacting either a pest control company or the local cooperative extension office in your area.
Per the Martins Permethrin 10% product label: Use 1 1/2 fl. oz. in 1 quart of water, treating 400 linear feet with a 6-inch spray band.
Per the product label for Martins Permethrin 10%: On dogs, do not reapply product for two to three weeks. For spraying horses for lice or mites second treatment is recommended 14- 21 days later.
Yes, Martins Permethrin 10% is safe if used as directed on the product label. People and pets need to be kept out of the area during application but it is perfectly fine for them to return once all surfaces have completely dried.
The dilution rate of Martins Permethrin 10% is 2oz per gallon water. So for a four gallon mix it would be 6-8oz per 4 gallons.
The inert ingredients in products like Martins Permethrin 10% are proprietary to the manufacturer and are not required by law to be listed on the product label. Only active ingredients will be listed. Please let us know if we can further assist you.
Martins Permethrin 10% is not labeled to be applied to indoor plants. You could use Talstar for indoor plants. Mix at .5oz per gallon water.
Martins Permethrin 10% should not be applied to clothing as it is not labeled for this application.
Martins Permethrin 10% does not list applications to ornamentals for Japanese beetles on the product label so we would not recommend it. We would recommend Talstar P. It is a insecticide that is labeled for lawn and ornamentals and is safe for plants, bushes, shrubs and trees. You can also apply it inside and outside your home for insects that try to enter the house. Talstar P is known for being super gentle on plants but care should still be taken to avoid contact with blooms.