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Insect repellent composition

US6355264B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMar 20, 1998
Grant dateMar 12, 2002
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Expiry dateMar 20, 2018

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S424/10
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A novel insect repellent composition is provided that contains about 0.8 wt % to about 0.12 wt % oil of citronella, about 20 wt % to about 40 wt % emollient, and up to about 15 wt % C12 to C15 alkyl benzoate in an alcohol-containing vehicle suitable for topical application. The insect repellent compound may also contain a sunscreen and/or an ingredient that provides the insect repellent composition with water resistant/waterproof properties.

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