Evan from Beltsville, Md writes
Is it true that the bottles in these kits are only 6 ounces of 0.5% permethrin? For some reason you do not tell us quantity of solution in this kit like you do all the other products you sell. That would mean permethrin to treat your clothes costs about 160 times what the permethrin in Permethrin SFR costs, or 90 times what Permethrin 10% costs. Considering that the research for using permethrin in clothes was paid for by the taxpayers, I really resent this huge markup and the vague language about why other permethrins supposedly won't work.
The volume of Tick Block is 8oz per bottle. We can only provide you with the information we are given on the product label from the manufacturer. You must keep in mind that just because the name of the ingredient is the same and percentages vary, does not mean it is the same technical chemical. Tick Block is actually formulated to be used on clothing while Permethrin SFR has a completely different base and is formulated to be used on surfaces that will not contact skin for prolonged periods of time. While the active ingredient is the same the carrier is different and using Permethrin SFR on clothing could lead to illness and skin irritations. It is all about how the chemical is processed to perform certain ways and meet proper regulations for safe use in each area. You can not use the other formulations of the product on your clothes as the way it is made is unsafe to YOU if used in any way other than the label states. If you have any other questions please let us know.
Answer last updated on: 07/21/2013
