DEET

Description

DEET, also known as N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide, is a widely used insect repellent. It’s a colorless, oily liquid with a mild odor, and its primary function is to deter biting pests like mosquitoes and ticks. DEET works by interfering with insects’ ability to detect humans, rather than killing them. It’s available in various formulations such as lotions, sprays, and towelettes, and is effective at concentrations ranging from 5% to 100%.