N,N-Diethyl-m-toluamide (DEET), CAS 134-62-3, is a highly effective insect repellent compound used to protect against mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, and other biting insects that transmit diseases such as malaria, West Nile virus, and Lyme disease. DEET works by disrupting insects' sensory systems, preventing them from detecting human hosts.
Item | Specification |
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Appearance | Colorless or light yellow liquid |
Assay | 99% |
Density at 25ºC | 0.992-1002 |
Refractive index at 25ºC | 1.520-1.524 |
Water% | ≤0.2 |
Color(Apha) | ≤100 |
DEET functions as a repellent by interfering with insects' olfactory receptors, preventing them from detecting human chemical signals like carbon dioxide and body odor. This non-toxic approach provides protection without killing insects, making it safe for skin and clothing application.
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