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Insect Shield® Technology

Craghoppers’ InsectShield® clothing uses a built-in, EPA-approved insect-repellent treatment made from permethrin, a compound originally derived from chrysanthemum flowers. The treatment is bonded into the fabric, helping protect you from biting insects such as mosquitoes, ticks and flies without the need for sprays or creams. Because the repellent is tightly woven into the fibers, it stays effective through many washes and lasts for the lifetime of the garment. It’s an added layer of protection for hiking, travel and any outdoor adventure.

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SaleKid's Insect Shield® Baylor Hooded Top - Pink ClayKid's Insect Shield® Baylor Hooded Top - Pink Clay
Insect Shield® Baylor Hooded Top
Kids - Pink Clay
Sale price$ 35.00 Regular price$ 90.00
SaleWomen's Insect Shield® Legging - Ocean GreenWomen's Insect Shield® Legging - Ocean Green
Insect Shield® Legging
Women's - Ocean Green
Sale price$ 58.00 Regular price$ 78.00
SaleWomen's Insect Shield® Pro Legging - Mystic Green PrintWomen's Insect Shield® Pro Legging - Mystic Green Print
Insect Shield® Pro Legging
Women's - Mystic Green Print
Sale price$ 60.00 Regular price$ 88.00
Women's Insect Shield® Pro III Long-Sleeved Shirt - Wild OliveWomen's Insect Shield® Pro III Long-Sleeved Shirt - Wild Olive
Unisex Insect Shield® Adventure Pro Socks 3-pack - Dark NavyUnisex Insect Shield® Adventure Pro Socks 3-pack - Dark Navy
Unisex Insect Shield® Adventure Pro Socks 3-pack - CharcoalUnisex Insect Shield® Adventure Pro Socks 3-pack - Charcoal
Unisex Insect Shield® Adventure Pro Socks 3-pack - Black PepperUnisex Insect Shield® Adventure Pro Socks 3-pack - Black Pepper

What is Permethrin Clothing?

Permethrin-treated clothing protects against insects, enabling wearers to adventure outdoors with extra protection from bug bites and insect-borne diseases. Permethrin clothing makes use of an EPA-approved insecticide duplicated from the chrysanthemum flower that provides a family and pet-friendly bug defense supplement traditional bug sprays. Registered for use in 2003, Permethrin clothing has been tested and proven as a long-term bug repellant, reducing the need for products applied directly to the skin where the clothing is covering. Easy to wear and easy to wash, Permethrin clothing’s anti-insect effectiveness lasts through dozens of launderings, providing long-lasting bug defense for seasons of fun outdoors.

Say Goodbye to...

Mosquitoes

Ticks

Ants

Flies

Chiggers

Midges

with

Anti-Insect Bug Deterrent Clothing

We have incorporated Insect Shield® technology into our essential outdoor adventure clothing for long-lasting bug protection including those that may carry serious insect-transmitted disease.

The durable protection provided by Insect Shield® clothing is the result of years of research and testing.

Insect Shield technology is built-in to our clothing so it is near your skin - For protection of exposed skin, use in conjunction with an insect repellent.

Built-In Bug Defense

Anti-Odor

Tested & Proven

Easy Care

Lasts 70 Launderings

Family & Pet Friendly

How Insect Shield® Works

Step 1

Insect shield technology uses permethrin, an EPA-approved insecticide registered in 1979, which is a synthetic version of an ingredient found in the chrysanthemum flower.

Step 2

Permethrin is then chemically applied to our collection of insect deterrent Insect Shield® apparel & accessories.

Step 3

The result is a tested & proven bug defense alternative that effectively lasts the life of the garment.

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