Jungle Formula Maximum Aerosol Insect Repellent - 125ml
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Tested against the mosquitoes that you’ll find in most tropical destinations* the Jungle Formula maximum range is ideal for you if you are travelling long haul or if you’re just one of those people who get bitten all over!
- Any destination
- Non-greasy
- Skin friendly with soothing ingredients
- DEET free
- Up to 9 hours protection* from mosquitoes, midges & biting insects. Repels all mosquito insects.
- Also protects against ticks, horse flies, sand flies, black flies, midges & other biting insects
- Insect repellent factor 4 (IRF4)
- For areas with a high risk of malaria and other insect transmitted diseases.
- Suitable for 18 years and above
The Insect Repellent Factor® is a quick and easy way to choose what level of repellent you need to protect yourself from mosquitoes, midges and other biting insects. The higher the IRF®, the stronger the protection.
Aerosol spray with 50% DEET & 1% geraniol for maximum protection.
Jungle Formula Maximum is suitable for long haul travellers visiting areas with a high risk of malaria and other insect transmitted diseases such as west Nile virus, yellow fever and dengue fever, with the aerosol and pump spray formats providing up to 9 hours of protection*, and the roll-on providing up to 12 hours protection* against the most common mosquito species (Culex).
Discover the benefits of Jungle Formula Maximum
Scientifically proven to provide active protection from mosquitoes, Jungle Formula Maximum provides maximum protection in areas with a high risk of malaria and other insect transmitted diseases, with a maximum strength Insect Repellent Factor (IRF) 4.
APPROVED BY THE HOSPITAL FOR TROPICAL DISEASES. For travellers visiting areas with a high risk of malaria and other insect transmitted diseases provided that directions for use are followed at all times.
*Most relevant species for tropical destinations such as the Aedes and Anopheles mosquitoes which can carry Yellow Fever, Zika, Malaria, Dengue and Chikungunya.
Suitable for
Adults and children from 12 years.
How to use
Apply a generous amount gently and evenly over the bare skin that needs protection. Do not spray directly onto the face.
Adults & Children 12+: Apply to forearms & feet or lower legs, or equivalent when not using other skin products. Use clothing to cover any untreated areas of skin to
restrict access to biting insects. There can be no simultaneous use with other products such as sun lotions.
Do not use on children under 12 years old. If you are under 12, contact a healthcare professional before use.
Do not use more than once a day unless product is washed off, and continued protection is required. Reapply after showering, swimming or when efficacy decreases. After returning indoors, wash treated skin with soap and water.
This product is intended for external non-professional use only. Avoid contact with eyes and mouth. Avoid contact with food, plastics and lacquered surfaces.
*Factors such as high temperature, humidity and transpiration can influence the duration of protection of all insect repellents. Mosquito & insect protection time: yellow fever mosquito (Aedes Aegypti) 5 hours, malaria mosquito (Anopheles Albopictus) 8 hours, ticks 8 hours & midges 6 hours. Keep in a safe place.
Hazards and Cautions
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Extremely flammable aerosol. Pressurised container: May burst if heated, protect from sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding 50°C/122°F.
For external use only. Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic skin reaction. If skin irritation occurs, seek medical advice. Causes serious eye irritation. Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Do not pierce or burn, even after use. Avoid release to the environment. Do not spray on a naked/open flame or other ignition source. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources - No smoking. Keep away from synthetic fabrics, varnished and painted surfaces. Do not contaminate food stuffs, eating utensils or food contact surfaces.
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not breathe in spray. Care should be taken in the application of product to minimise the potential of splashes, drips and/or spray to reach the ground.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing and seek medical advice if eye irritation
persists.
INHALATION: When inhaled remove to fresh air and seek medical aid.
INGESTION: If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
Storage
Keep the product dry and do not place it in direct sunlight. Do not reuse the packaging and do not dump the product into the environment.
Store in original container. Do not empty into drains. Do not contaminate ground, water bodies or watercourses with chemicals or used container. Do not reuse the container.
This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Dispose of contents/container to a household waste recycling centre as hazardous waste except for empty containers which can be disposed of by recycling. Contact your local council for detail.
Ingredients
N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide (DEET (50%) 485 g/kg) CAS 134-62-3, (2E)-3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol (geraniol (1%) 9.5 g/kg) CAS 106 -24 -1, ethyl alcohol, butane, isobutane, propane. For batch number & expiry date, see base of can.
