The use of alphacypermethrin-based products is crucial. This substance is one of the most widely used synthetic insecticides in agriculture. However, this element has an effect on more than just field pests. Products containing it are considered effective acaricides. To combat ticks, they are typically used for personal protection before outdoor trips.
Physicochemical characteristics
Alphacypermethrin is a crystalline substance that mixes readily with organic solvents. This element is characterized by its resistance to air and light. It also exhibits the following physicochemical properties:
- hydrolysis at pH 7 – stable;
- solubility – 0.01 milligrams per liter-1;
- half-life – 91 days;
- octanol-water partition coefficient is 5.16.
How it works and what effect it has
This substance is a neurotoxic poison. Alphacypermethrin affects the parasite's body through the skin and digestive tract. When ingested, it affects the nervous system and causes paralysis.
The compound is resistant to high temperatures and ultraviolet radiation. Therefore, alpha-cypermethrin-based products are recommended for use on clothing intended for outdoor activities. The compound remains on the surface of clothing for up to one month. However, the protective period does not exceed 15 days. After one month, alpha-cypermethrin decomposes, forming less toxic compounds.
Alphacypermethrin-based products help control various types of flying and crawling insects found in residential and commercial buildings. They can also be used in gardens, fields, and vegetable plots. These products are equally effective in killing both adult insects and their larvae.
Preparations containing the substance
For tick protection, alphacypermethrin-based products are available as aerosols and sprays. They are designed for application to clothing and contain 0.2-0.25% of the active ingredient. Effective products containing this substance include:
- "Picnic Super";
- Moskitol;
- "Fumitox anti-mite";
- "Gardex Extreme".
To destroy pests in garden plots, you can use the following alpha-cypermethrin-based products:
- Ivanhoe;
- "Chord";
- Beretta;
- "Fatrin".
Instructions for use
To achieve the desired results, it's important to strictly follow the product's instructions. To combat bedbugs, use 3 milliliters of the product per 1 liter of water. Prepare the room beforehand. Remove bedding and mattresses from sleeping areas. Furniture should also be moved. Wear personal protective equipment before treatment.
It is recommended to open the windows while applying the product. After finishing work, close the room for 5 hours. After this time, open the windows and ventilate the room for 1 hour. Subsequent treatments should be carried out after a week.
When using a product to kill other types of parasites, the following rules should be observed:
- To control cockroaches, mix 5 milliliters of the product with 1 liter of water. Apply the mixture to areas where cockroaches are found and move, paying particular attention to cracks and openings.
- To control ants, make a solution of 1 milliliter of the solution and 1 liter of water. It's important to pay attention to the pests' routes and concentration areas.
- To control rat mites, use a mixture of 5 milliliters of the product and 1 liter of water. Spray the walls, crawl spaces, and baseboards. Reapply the product after 10-15 days.
- To kill fleas, add 1 milliliter of the product to 1 liter of water. It's important to treat walls 1 meter from the floor. Pay particular attention to crevices and areas where baseboards and linoleum meet.
Alphacypermethrin-based products can also be used to treat clothing. This will protect against ticks. It is recommended to perform the treatment in a well-ventilated area at a distance of 20-50 centimeters. The specific distance depends on the formulation.
When using the spray, maintain a minimum distance. When applying the spray outdoors, direct the spray downwind. Apply the spray to clothing until the surface is slightly damp. Then, let it dry in the shade for 2 hours. When using a tick-repellent pencil, draw closed, circular lines on dry clothing.
Safety precautions
When using alphacypermethrin-based products, personal protective equipment is required. This includes protective clothing, a respirator, goggles, and gloves.
In cases of intoxication after alphacypermethrin ingestion, problems with motor coordination are observed. There is also a risk of seizures, lacrimation, and salivation. In such a situation, the victim should be immediately taken to fresh air and kept at rest. First aid procedures depend directly on the situation:
- If the substance enters the body, you need to drink a lot of water and take activated charcoal;
- If the drug gets into your eyes, rinse them thoroughly with running water;
- If the product comes into contact with the skin, the affected area should be washed with running water and soap.
Compatibility
This product can be combined with many other pesticides. The exception is those that are highly acidic. To prevent resistance, alternate its use with insecticides from other chemical classes.
Alphacypermethrin is an effective substance that effectively kills a wide variety of insects. To achieve the desired results, it is important to choose the right product and follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.