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mosquito iconDEET was developed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture in 1946.

mosquito iconDEET has been registered with the Environmental Protection Agency as an approved active ingredient since 1957.

mosquito iconThe EPA estimates that more than 38% of the US population uses a DEET-based repellent each year.

mosquito iconWorldwide use exceeds 200 million people annually.

mosquito iconWhen applied to skin, DEET volatilizes and forms a vapor barrier around your skin, this barrier block mosquitoes antennae receptors, “Making you Invisible to Bugs!”

The DEET Myth: Higher Concentration means Stronger Protection

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mosquito iconThe higher the percentage of DEET in a product, the LONGER the product repels insects.

mosquito iconA high DEET level does NOT mean that it repels bugs BETTER; it means that it repels bugs LONGER.

What DEET Level is Right for You?

mosquito iconLower Concentration DEET products

  • 5-10% DEET
  • Appropriate for most situations where outdoor exposure is limited to 2-4 hours or insect infestation is minimal.
  • The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that products used on children contain no more than 10% DEET.

mosquito iconHigher Concentration DEET products.

  • 20-100%
  • These products are useful for prolonged exposure to areas of high insect infestation (conditions often encountered by sportsmen). High concentration products are also ideal for people who are more prone to insect bites.
  • Great for hunting, fishing and other longer duration outdoor activities.

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