Non-insecticidal insect repellent

Details Non-insecticidal insect repellent Non-insecticidal insect repellent

1990-10-24

1992-04-28

Robinson, Allen J.

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

Designated organic active ingredient containing

Ester doai

514919, 424DIG10, A01N 3702

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051090228

ABSTRACT:
The present invention describes a composition and method for repelling flying, biting and stinging insects without having insecticidal effects. The method includes the step of applying an insect repelling substance, which includes methyl myristate, methyl palmitate, butyl palmitate or combinations thereof in a selected quantity to a surface.

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