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Sawyer Permethrin Mosquito & Tick Repellent 24 oz.
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SKU: WX2*0627603
Overview
Designed for hunters and other outdoor users who want insect protection built into their clothing and gear, this spray treats fabric rather than skin. It is intended to help repel and kill ticks, mosquitoes, chiggers, mites, and many other insects, making it useful for clothing, tents, and campsite items before heading into the field. The formula dries odorless and is described as lasting through multiple washings or extended sun exposure, though it should be applied outdoors and allowed to dry before use. Because it is not for direct skin application, it works best as part of a layered approach to insect protection rather than a standalone personal repellent.
Why Hunters Choose the Sawyer
Treats Clothing
Gear, not skin, for odorless
Effective Against
Ticks, mosquitoes, chiggers, mites, and
One 24-ounce
Bottle covers four full sets
Single Application
Lasts up to 42 days
Can Help
Protect tents and campsite gear
Key Features
- 24 oz. spray bottle treats up to four full sets of clothing.
- Kills ticks, mosquitoes, chiggers, mites, and more than 55 other insects on contact.
- Odorless after drying and designed not to stain or damage clothing, fabrics, plastics, or finished surfaces.
- Single application lasts up to 42 days or six washings.
- Can be applied to clothing and tents for extended campsite protection.
- Active ingredient is permethrin 0.5%; apply outdoors and do not use directly on skin.
Best Used For
- Hunters treating clothing before trips where ticks, mosquitoes, and chiggers are a concern.
- Campers wanting an odorless, fabric-applied insect treatment for tents and outdoor clothing.
- Users needing one bottle to cover multiple sets of clothing before extended outdoor use.
- Outdoor enthusiasts looking for protection that lasts through repeated washings and sun exposure.
Specifications
| Active Ingredient | Permethrin (0.5%) |
|---|---|
| Application Method | Apply outdoors before clothing is worn |
| Consumer Reports Recommendation | Yes |
| Country Of Origin | USA |
| Coverage | Enough to cover four full sets of clothing |
| Drying Time | Two hours; four hours in humid conditions |
| Duration On Clothing | Up to 42 days |
| Form | Spray bottle |
| Odor | Odorless after drying |
| Recommended For | Virus protection |
| Size | 24 oz. |
| Skin Use | Do not use directly on skin |
| Stain Impact | Will not stain or damage clothing, fabrics, plastics, finished surfaces or outdoor gear |
| Targets | Ticks, mosquitoes, chiggers, mites and more than 55 other kinds of insects |
| Tent Potency Duration | Up to 40 days of direct sunlight |
| Wash Durability | 6 washings |
Pros
- Treats clothing and gear, not skin, for odorless insect protection after drying.
- Effective against ticks, mosquitoes, chiggers, mites, and more than 55 other insects.
- One 24-ounce bottle covers four full sets of clothing.
- Single application lasts up to 42 days or six washings.
- Can help protect tents and campsite gear for up to 40 days of sunlight.
- Made in USA and recommended by Consumer Reports for virus protection.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This is a clothing and gear treatment, not a skin-applied repellent, so it requires advance application before use.
- Protection is time- and use-limited: the treatment is described as lasting up to 42 days, 6 washings, or about 40 days on tents in direct sunlight.
- Application needs drying time outdoors before treated items are worn or packed, which adds preparation time before a hunt or trip.
- The product is intended for fabrics, tents, and gear; it should not be used directly on skin and requires care to avoid contact with skin and eyes during application.
Suggested Comparisons
- Insect repellent spray for clothing and gear
- Tick repellent products
- Mosquito protection products
- Camp and hunting gear treatments
Suggested Accessories
- Insect repellent clothing treatment
- Camping tent treatment
- Outdoor gear insect protection spray
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this be applied directly to skin while hunting?
No. The product data says it should not be used directly on skin and should be applied outdoors before clothing is worn.
What insects is this repellent listed as effective against?
The provided description says it repels and kills ticks, mosquitoes, chiggers, mites, and more than 55 other kinds of insects on contact.
How long does one application last on clothing?
The product data states one application lasts up to 42 days, or 6 washings, and it also notes up to six weeks of effectiveness against ticks, chiggers, mites, and mosquitoes.
How much clothing can the 24 oz. bottle treat?
According to the long description, the 24-oz. spray bottle is enough to cover four full sets of clothing.
Will it affect hunting clothing, tents, or other gear?
The description says it will not stain or damage clothing, fabrics, plastics, finished surfaces, or other outdoor gear. It also says treating a tent can provide full potency for up to 40 days of direct sunlight.