Permethrinic acid is a specialty chemical used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of permethrin, a widely applied pyrethroid insecticide. As a niche intermediate, it supports the production of pest control products in the agricultural sector, protecting crops from insect damage. It also contributes indirectly to household insecticides for managing mosquitoes, ticks, and other pests, as well as public health treatments for lice and scabies. Its role in enabling effective, low-concentration formulations makes it valuable in integrated pest management strategies. This chemical is not a general commodity but a specialized reagent in insecticide manufacturing.