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Molecular Structure -
Cypermethrin
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The Pesticide Label: Labels provide directions for the proper use of a pesticide product. Be sure to read the entire
label before using any product. A signal word on each product label indicates the product’s short-term toxicity.
What effects does cypermethrin have on For more information, call or write:
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ÿ Cypermethrin is highly toxic to fish (6). Fax: 1-541-737-0761
• Some products for agricultural and commercial
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outdoor applications are limited to use by Certified
Applicators (6). Such products bear specific Internet: http://ace.orst.edu/info/nptn/ or
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water (6).
• When cypermethrin products are used according to the Date reviewed: December 1998
label’s directions applications around the home or
other residential sites pose little risk to aquatic life.
ÿ Cypermethrin is highly toxic to bees (6).
ÿ Cypermethrin is very highly toxic to water insects (6).
ÿ Cypermethrin is very low in toxicity to birds (6).
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