Mosquito repellent tests
DEET works, most others don't Science Mag
Forum Discussion
agesilaus wrote:
As a retired chemist: Permethrin is a type of Pyrethrin. Pyrethrins were first derived from a plant, a species of Chrysanthemum and have been in use since the year 1900 or so. Permethrin is a synthetic derivative that was first made in 1973. So that makes it's use in Viet Nam unlikely.
So what were they using as personal repellents for 'Nam era military personnel besides DEET and burning barrels?
Pyrethrum? And would Permethrin as a synthetic be a more readily available version of the organic compound?
I do know that newly issued military uniforms are infused w/ Permethrin at the factory to ensure even coverage.
