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Which bug spray ingredient is on the CDC's mosquito repellent list?

Picaridin. It is one active ingredient on the CDC's list.

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Too littleA citronella candle on the table
Too muchSoak your clothes in spray every hour
Just rightAn EPA-registered repellent, used as labeled

Huh, didn't know that: Picaridin is called icaridin outside the United States.

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Answer: Picaridin. The CDC includes picaridin on its list of active ingredients in EPA-registered repellents. Follow the directions on the label.

  1. CDC: Preventing Mosquito Bites www.cdc.gov/mosquitoes/prevention/index.html
    Picaridin (known as KBR 3023 and icaridin outside the United States)
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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