Is Deet Toxic

According to the CDC, DEET products used as directed, should not be harmful, although in rare cases using DEET products can cause skin irritation.

Is DEET harmful to your health?

DEET is a chemical that is used in most bug sprays. It repels insects by producing a smell that drives bugs away and makes your skin taste bad to critters. DEET is not toxic to humans when used properly.

How much DEET is toxic?

TOXICITY CLASSIFICATION – DEETAcute Oral LD50Up to and including 50 mg/kg (≤ 50 mg/kg)Greater than 5000 mg/kg (>5000 mg/kg)Inhalation LC50Up to and including 0.05 mg/L (≤0.05 mg/L)Greater than 2.0 mg/L (>2.0 mg/L)Dermal LD50Up to and including 200 mg/kg (≤200 mg/kg)Greater than 5000 mg/kg (>5000 mg/kg)