Per the Permethrin SFR produc label: Permethrin SFR can be tank-mixed with pyrethrin-containing products or insect growth regulators (IGRs).
Permethrin SFR 36.8% is not labeled for use on container plants so we cannot recommend it. We would recommend something like Bifen IT instead which is known for being super gentle on plants and can be used as a soil drench. The best option with fungus gnats though is to allow the soil to dry out completely as this will kill any larvae in it.
Permethrin SFR 36.8% can be applied to cattle. For treating flies/lice, you will apply 4 fl oz per 2 1/2 gallons of low pressure spray or 1/2 fl oz per ear for ear tick. It can also be applied at the rate of 4 oz per 25 gallon (treats 50-100 heads). For scabies, mange, lice and ticks you will wet the animal thoroughly and repeat applications in 10-14 days. For a backrubber/self oiler, you will add 4 fl oz to 10 gallons of diesel oil or suitable mineral oil. Please refer to Pages 47 & 48 on the product label for specific mixing and application instructions prior to use.
Permethrin SFR 36.8% should only be applied once every four weeks. It does take time for the product to work after applied. It would also be a good idea to incorporate an insect growth regulator (IGR) such as Archer IGR for complete control of ticks. All of these products are pet safe if used as directed. Pets need to be kept out of the area being treated during application and until everything is completely dry.
Please look over our Tick Control Guide for more information on treating and preventing this pest.
Yes, Permethrin SFR 36.8% is labeled for use on livestock such as horses and cattle as well as other animals. We have listed the specifications for horses below but you can find more information on the product label.
For use on Horses to control: Horn flies, face flies,stable flies, house flies,horse flies, black flies,eye gnats, mange mites,scabies mites, ticks, lice and fleas: Use ¼ fl. oz. to 1 pt. water, 0.6257% AI. Low pressure spray. Application: 1-2 fl. oz. spray per animal. Spot treat back, face, legs tail and ears.
Permethrin SFR 36.8% is oil based so could leave an oily sheen on treated surfaces.
Permethrin SFR 36.8% is not not labeled to be applied on any edibles. The product should not be used within the drip line of anything in the garden.
Yes, you can use Permethrin SFR with an IGR such as Nyguard IGR to control flies in a barn. Be sure to read the product label for the complete usage instructions.
Yes, since Permethrin SFR 36.8% is safe to use on a newly seeded lawn as directed on the product label.
Permethrin SFR and any other permethrin product we carry are not for for head lice or use on people. If head lice has been found on a person in the home or in the bed/environment a physician and medicine/shampoos provided by them would need to be used to get rid of the lice. Vacuuming and washing sheets/clothing is all that is needed for the home to remove any that may have come off of the infested person.
We apologize, but we cannot advise on a mix rate for Permethrin SFR for this application or making an application off the label instructions. You can contact the manufacturer (Control Solutions) to see if they can better assist you at (281) 892-2500.
Permethrin SFR 36.8% cannot be used in a fogger. The product will need to be applied in at least a 1 gallon sprayer. Yes, it can be mixed with Nyguard IGR.
Permethrin SFR 36.8% can persist in the soil for up to 5 years if the soil was really drenched with the application. You should remove the soil and replace it with new untreated soil if you would like to plant edible vegetation in that area.
Permethrin SFR 36.8% is labeled for many types of borers and can be used on ornamental trees. For Dogwood Borers listed on page 39 of the product label, the recommended rate is 1 to 2 quarts per 100 gallons (0.32 to 0.64 fl oz per gallon / 3.2 to 6.4 fl oz per 10 gallons of water). Apply to the lower branches and trunks prior to adult emergence. Thorough coverage of bark is required for control. Please review the product label for mix rates and application instructions.
Adult emergence varies according to pest species, host tree, environmental conditions and geographic location, your local Cooperative Extension Office would be a good resource to find out the best time for applications.
Permethrin SFR 36.8% should not be applied to vegetables. Any edibles treated should be discarded. You can view our Edible Garden Products Here. Be sure to consult the product labels for approved uses and plants.
In most cases, it is not necessary to use an insecticide for crane fly larvae control. If damage is severe we would recommend using 1 oz. of Bifen IT per gallon of water per 1000 sq. ft. for the initial treatment and then 0.5 fl oz per gallon of water for any necessary follow-up treatments.
Permethrin SFR is labeled for termites but only as a perimeter treatment around the outside of your home, in a trench. A better option would be Termidor FOAM. You would have to drill holes into the cabinets to inject it into the galleries the termites have created for it to expand through their tunnels and reach them. Please see our Termite Guide for more information.
Yes you can use Permethrin SFR on your dog. You should use ¼ fl. oz of product to 1¼ gallons water then thoroughly wet the animal to the skin with sponge or rag. Let drip dry. You can find these instructions on page 16 of the Permethrin SFR product label? which we have linked in this answer for your convenience but is always available on the Permrthrin SFR product page. The manufacturer has taken in consideration that dogs will lick etc. You can apply a cone collar to prevent the dog from licking the treated fur.
Unfortunately there is no easy solution when it comes to pine beetles/borers. Infected trees should be cut down (before the newly hatched beetles fly out of the trees in the spring/summer) and the wood burned or chipped, while other still healthy trees should be sprayed annually to protect them. Because of the natural boring behavior of the beetle they are protected from topically applied insecticides and systemic insecticides (those injected into the tree or applied as a root drench) have proven ineffective for pine beetle infestations. Healthy trees can be protected before the beetles attack by topically spraying them with either Permethrin SFR or Bifen XTS. The tree should be sprayed from the ground to 15 ft up the trunk to prevent future infestations. You should contact your local cooperative extension office to find out the best time to start spraying in your region.
Permethrin SFR is not labeled for general mosquito control so we do not recommend it for this use. We usually recommend using Talstar P? for mosquito control and it can be used with an IGR such as Nyguard IGR to help sterilize the adults. (Exciter is a pyrethrum which causes a faster kill but it is not an IGR).
