Removal · field guidance

Permethrin 0.5% home spray on clothing

0.5% permethrin spray applied to clothing at home kills ticks on contact and survives several wash cycles.

Steps

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  1. 01
    Hang clothing outside on hangers in still air.
  2. 02
    Spray each garment with 0.5% permethrin until lightly damp; treat both sides.
  3. 03
    Let air-dry completely (2+ hours) before wearing - never apply to skin.
  4. 04
    Re-treat after about six wash cycles.

Diseases this can help prevent

1 known
Rickettsia parkeri rickettsiosis

Wild facts

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