Stop disease-carrying ticks, mosquitoes, and other annoying insects in their tracks with permethrin-treated arc-rated and flame resistant (AR / FR) clothing.
Available in a selection of Tyndale AR / FR garments.
How Does it Work?
Permethrin damages insects’ nervous systems, causing them to immediately drop off. The treatment is effective against many crawling and flying insects, including mosquitos, ticks, ants, midges, chiggers, and flies.
Is it Proven?
This non-flammable solution is safe for use with AR / FR clothing and lasts for 50+ launderings. It’s also been used by the US Army for more than 20 years, as standard issue for the Marines since 2007, and is recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as a safe and effective method of preventing insect-transmitted diseases.
Repellents containing DEET, on the other hand, are highly flammable and should never be used with AR / FR clothing.
What Items are Available?
Factory permethrin treatment is brought to Tyndale by Frontline Fabrics (FLF)—makers of Tyndale’s exclusive line of FRMC® inherent AR / FR fabrics.
The treatment, which protects against insects for 50+ launderings, is available on an assortment of Tyndale garments for an additional charge, with 10-week standard delivery.
VIDEO RESOURCES
BLOG RESOURCES
August 3, 2021
Welcome to episode #1 of our Dangers of Improper Wear blog and video series! Let’s join our guide, Tyndale’s Vice President of Technical, Scott Margolin as he explains today’s improper wear topic: Insect Repellents. We focus on the differences between two insect repellents – and discover the impact each has on […]
July 29, 2020
Updated April 8, 2022 With summer weather comes the need to protect workers from seasonal hazards like sun exposure and disease-carrying biting insects. But when arc flash or flash fire is a risk, it’s important to think twice before reaching for the products you may use off-the-clock; unfortunately, some are […]
October 25, 2019
There are many questions around bug spray and FRC: Is it safe? Which ones are safe? How do I know for sure? Read on to find answers and watch our video below, featuring Tyndale’s Vice President of Technical, Scott Margolin, as he provides clarity in just over a minute. Is […]
June 18, 2018
It’s that time of year again! Between cookouts, pool parties, vacations, and other warm weather activities, people are spending more time outdoors. But for those whose jobs require them to work outside – electric utility, oil and gas, and other industry workers – it’s not all “fun in the sun” […]
May 5, 2016
If you’ve tuned into the news recently, chances are you’ve heard about growing international concern about the mosquito-transmitted Zika virus. Here’s what you need to know, and how outdoor workers like you can use Tyndale’s exclusive line of FRMC® garments with Perimeter Insect Guard™ for protection.
July 22, 2015
With biting insects most active this time of year and cases of Lyme Disease at an all-time high, protect yourself from disease-carrying ticks, mosquitos and other annoying insects with Tyndale’s exclusive line of FRMC® garments with durable Perimeter Insect Guard™.
February 17, 2015
Last November, Tyndale introduced our exclusive new line of Tyndale-made FRMC® garments pre-treated with durable permethrin insect repellent, and began accepting preorders for April delivery. Garments pre-treated with permethrin, which lasts for 50+ launderings, are available for $20/garment with 10-week delivery. All available items are made by Tyndale – many […]
November 12, 2014
Stop disease-carrying ticks and mosquitos and other annoying insects in their tracks with Perimeter Insect Guard™-treated flame resistant clothing (FRC) — now available on select Tyndale FR garments made from our exclusive FRMC® fabrics!
June 4, 2014
The weather is warming up, which means the concern over pesky insects is growing. You’ll want to stay protected from bugs, but more importantly, remain safe in your FR clothing. As we’ve covered in the past, Tyndale does not recommend applying insect repellent with DEET (N, N-diethyl-meta-toluamide) to flame resistant […]
December 13, 2013
As flame resistant (FR) protection has become commoditized, fabric and garment manufacturers have focused on traditional textile attributes to differentiate their products. After fabrics are dyed, a multitude of finishes can be applied to enhance the wearer’s experience, including: moisture wicking, antimicrobial/odor control, stain release and bug repellent. Each finish has […]
August 29, 2013
Can You Use Bug Spray on FR Clothing? Tyndale does not recommend applying insect repellent with DEET (N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide) to flame resistant (FR) clothing under any circumstances. In lab testing, insect repellent with DEET was applied to an FR shirt per the repellent label and directions. The result of the test […]
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Available Permethrin-Treated AR / FR Garments
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M11PT
Tyndale Men's FRMC Tradesman FR Shirt
- 7oz FRMC® Traditional Preshrunk Chambray
- Moisture wicking and fast drying for added comfort
- Triple needle main seam construction
- Inherently flame resistant fabric
CAT 2
Arc Rating: 9.1
M06PT
Tyndale Men's FRMC Classic FR Henley Shirt
- 7.3oz FRMC® Preshrunk Lacoste Knit
- Moisture wicking and fast drying
- Rib knit collar with 3 button placket and rib knit cuffs, left chest pocket
- ASTM 1930 Compliant
- Inherently flame resistant fabric
CAT 2
Arc Rating: 10.9
K17PT
Tyndale Men's FRMC Long Sleeve Button Down FR Workshirt
- 6oz Amtex 88% Cotton/ 12% FR Sateen
- Button front and button down banded collar, two button cuffs and box pleated back with long tails, two chest pockets with button flaps
- Flash Fire Rated - Meets NFPA 2112
CAT 2
Arc Rating: 9.5
M01PT
Tyndale Men's FRMC Base Layer FR T-shirt
- 4.6oz FRMC Preshrunk Jersey Knit
- Moisture wicking and fast drying
- Lightweight and breathable technology
- Tagless and flat-lock seam construction
- Flash Fire Rated - Meets NFPA 2112
- Inherently flame resistant fabric
CAT 1
Arc Rating: 4.6
F29PT
Tyndale Men's FRMC Broken-in Relaxed FR Jeans
- 14.25oz FRMC® Preshrunk Denim
- Waist fits "True to size" across waistline
- Triple needle construction
- Standard five pocket with side rule pocket
- Leg opening fits over boots
- Inherently flame resistant fabric
CAT 2
Arc Rating: 15.3
M29PT
Tyndale Men's FRMC Summerweight Canvas FR Pants
- 9oz FRMC® Preshrunk Lightweight Canvas
- Loose seat and thighs, button closure at waist
- Cell phone and utility pocket
- Leg openings fit over work boots
- Inherently flame resistant fabric
CAT 2
Arc Rating: 15.7
J23PT
Tyndale Men's FRMC Classic Relaxed Fit FR Work Jean
- 14.75oz Amtex 100% FR Cotton
- Waist fits "True to size" across the waistline
- 18.5" leg opening fits over your boots
- Standard five pockets
- Flash Fire Rated - Meets NFPA 2112
CAT 2
Arc Rating: 23.8
K19WT
Tyndale Women's FRMC Classic FR Work Shirt
- 7oz FR 88% Cotton 12% Nylon Twill
- Flattering and comfortable to work in
- Two button cuffs and box pleat back, two chest pockets, long tails
- Flash Fire Rated - Meets NFPA 2112
CAT 2
Arc Rating: 8.7
U25WT
Tyndale Women's FRMC Premium Industrial FR Work Pant
- 9oz UltraSoft® 88% Cotton / 12% Nylon
- Flattering fit, sits 1" below natural waistline
- Lined waistband with button closure, 2 front pockets, 2 set-in back pockets
- Flash Fire Rated - Meets NFPA 2112
CAT 2
Arc Rating: 12.4
All available items are made by Tyndale and feature exterior Tyndale, AR / FR, arc rating, and CAT rating labeling. They are factory-treated with Perimeter Insect Guard™, which is safe for arc-flash and flash fire exposures and proven to repel ticks, mosquitoes, chiggers, flies, ants, and midges for 50+ launderings.