Permethrin

Description

Introduction and Mode of Action:
Permethrin is a contact-stomach insecticide with rapid knockdown effect, belonging to the pyrethroid group. It disrupts sodium channel function in the insect’s nerve cord.

Usage and Application Rates:

Pre-harvest Interval (PHI):
No PHI has been registered for this pesticide.

Application Management:
It decomposes rapidly in soil and water.

Method of Application:

1. Select and calibrate the appropriate sprayer.
2. Dissolve the recommended amount of pesticide in a small quantity of water.
3. Add this solution to the calibrated sprayer tank, which is half-filled with water.
4. While mixing, add the remaining required water.
5. Ensure the sprayer tank’s agitator is operating during both preparation and spraying.

Precautions:

• Avoid ingesting the pesticide, contaminating food for humans and animals, and contact with skin, eyes, or clothing.
• Do not inhale pesticide particles or eat or drink during spraying.
• Wear protective clothing, a hat, goggles, a mask, impermeable boots, and gloves during spraying.
• After spraying, wash clothes and body thoroughly.
• Do not smoke while spraying.
• Do not reuse pesticide containers. Empty containers should be stored away from water sources and disposed of according to national environmental regulations.
• Transport must adhere to international hazardous materials regulations.

Storage Conditions:
Store the pesticide out of reach of children and animals, in its original packaging, in closed storage away from sunlight, humidity, and livestock.
Storage temperature should be between 10°C and 35°C.
Once opened, the pesticide’s stability decreases.
Do not store the pesticide as an aqueous solution.

Signs of Poisoning and First Aid:
Symptoms include headache, dizziness, nausea, and visual disturbances.

• If pesticide solution contacts skin or face, wash the affected area several times with soap and water.
• In case of poisoning symptoms, seek medical attention and provide the pesticide label to the physician.

Environmental Toxicity:

• Dangerous for honeybees.
• Remove livestock and poultry from the area before spraying.
• Prevent grazing in freshly sprayed areas.
• Do not contaminate drinking water sources, stagnant, or underground water with the pesticide or its solution.
• Avoid washing spraying equipment near rivers and flowing water.

Antidote:
No specific antidote is available for this pesticide.