Jungle Formula Maximum Pump Spray is a 90ml insect repellent spray containing 50% DEET, the highest concentration in the Jungle Formula range, rated IRF 4 for maximum protection. It's formulated for high-risk destinations where mosquitoes, ticks and other biting insects are more likely to be present, such as tropical travel.

Key Features

• 50% DEET, IRF 4: The strongest formula in the Jungle Formula range, suited to high-risk destinations with disease-carrying insects.
• Long-lasting protection: Up to 9 hours against mosquitoes and midges, and up to 8.5 hours against ticks, from a single application.
• Pump spray application: Sprays evenly onto skin, including upside down, making it easy to apply to hard-to-reach areas.
• Dermatologically tested: Tested for use directly on the skin.

What does 50% DEET and IRF 4 mean?

DEET is the active ingredient that repels biting insects, and Jungle Formula Maximum contains it at 50%, the highest concentration used across the Jungle Formula range. This is rated IRF 4, the brand's maximum protection level, intended for higher-risk destinations such as tropical travel.

How long does one application last?

A single application gives up to 9 hours of protection against mosquitoes and midges, and up to 8.5 hours against ticks. The spray isn't waterproof, so reapply after swimming, heavy sweating or towel-drying.

Is Jungle Formula Maximum suitable for children?

It's suitable for adults and children over 12 years. It isn't intended for younger children.

Is Jungle Formula Maximum flammable?

Yes. It's a highly flammable liquid and vapour, so keep it away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces, and don't smoke while applying it or before it has dried.

Can Jungle Formula Maximum cause an allergic reaction?

It contains geraniol, a fragrance ingredient that may cause an allergic skin reaction in people who are sensitive to it.

Active ingredients: DEET (N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide) 50%, geraniol 1%.

Other ingredients: Ethyl alcohol.

Additional information: Contains geraniol, which may cause an allergic reaction in people sensitive to this fragrance ingredient.

1. Apply generously and evenly to all exposed, clean, dry skin, avoiding the eyes, lips and any damaged or broken skin.
2. For the face, spray into the palm of your hand first, then apply by hand.
3. Reapply after swimming, heavy sweating or towel-drying, as the spray is not waterproof.
4. Store only in the original container.

"This is a highly flammable product, and several precautions apply:

• Highly flammable liquid and vapour: keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces, and do not smoke while using it or before it has dried.
• Do not breathe in the spray; use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area, and do not eat, drink or smoke while using it.
• Avoid contact with the eyes, lips and any damaged or broken skin; it causes serious eye irritation. If it does get in the eyes, rinse immediately with water for several minutes and seek medical advice.
• Harmful if swallowed; if this happens, seek medical advice immediately.
• Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects; avoid letting it enter drains or waterways.
• Suitable for adults and children over 12 years only.
• Keep out of reach of children."

Jungle Formula Maximum contains geraniol, a fragrance ingredient that may cause an allergic skin reaction in people who are sensitive to it. Stop use and seek advice if a reaction occurs.