Permethrin

Permethrin (CAS 52645-53-1) is a synthetic pyrethroid insecticide and acaricide used across agriculture, public health, and material protection sectors. Also marketed as Pounce, Elimite and Nix.

Where is Permethrin used?

• Agriculture: controls lepidopteran pests, aphids and beetles on field crops and ornamentals
• Public health: residual indoor sprays and treated bed nets for vector control
• Material protection: impregnated fabrics for military uniforms, outdoor gear and mosquito nets
• Livestock and animal husbandry: pour-on solutions, ear tags and dips control ticks, lice and flies
• Pharmaceutical-grade formulations are used in topical antiparasitic treatments.

Good to know: Pharmaceutical-grade specifications exist for topical cream and lotion applications to ensure safety and efficacy.

Commercial specifications

• Liquid concentrate typically at 25%, 36.8% or 50% active ingredient