This section provides an overview for repellents as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 7 repellent manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked repellent companies as of November, 2024: 1.Sawyer Products, 2.Simply Soothing, Inc., 3.Repel.
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A repellent is a chemical substance used to deter harmful organisms from encroaching on human habitats. It is particularly effective against diverse species, including insects such as lice, mosquitoes, and mites; animals like rabbits, rats, and wild boars; and birds including sparrows, crows, and starlings.
Repellents play a crucial role in protecting humans from various harmful organisms. Their specific applications include:
Insect repellents, containing active ingredients like dimethyl phthalate and diethyl toluamide, are applied to the skin or used as area sprays. Different repellent forms, such as water-resistant powders, are also utilized for insects that invade through crevices and underfloor spaces.
For deterring animals, chemicals like creosote and beta-naphthol are used for their strong odors. Additionally, products utilizing the urine of natural predators like wolves are effective, especially since they do not harm the soil in fields and rice paddies. The strong odor of such repellents, though pungent, is highly effective against animals with sensitive olfactory senses.
Bird repellents often include chemicals such as ferric oxide and tetrahydrothiophene. These are applied to agricultural areas like fields, rice paddies, and orchards to prevent damage by birds. Natural ingredient-based repellents, which create odors unappealing to birds, are advantageous as they do not adversely affect the soil.
In urban settings, buildings employ solid or gel-type repellents to deter birds from perching on structures like roofs and railings.
The primary advantage of repellents is their effectiveness in keeping pests at bay. There is a wide array of repellents designed for specific pests and locations. When used correctly, as per the guidelines, they can effectively prevent pest invasions.
However, the cost of repellents can be a drawback. The price varies depending on the target organism and the application area, with higher effectiveness often correlating with higher cost. Safety is another concern, particularly in homes with infants or pets, due to the risk of accidental ingestion. Thus, careful consideration in the placement and usage of repellents is essential.
Repellents are available in various forms, such as solid, liquid, and spray. The choice should be based on the specific location and the pests being targeted. For example, in narrow passages, solid bait-type repellents may be more effective, while liquid or spray types are better suited for larger areas like fields. By appropriately selecting the type of repellent based on the situation, its effectiveness can be maximized.
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Earth Corporation, founded in 1892, is a publicly listed company specializing in manufacturing and selling pharmaceutical insecticides, quasi-drug insecticides, insecticides for nuisance pests, and gardening products. The company operates primarily in Japan and specializes in pharmaceutical insecticides, quasi-drug insecticides, insecticides for nuisance pests, and various gardening products. Their product range includes insect repellents, liquid mosquito killers, fumigants, cockroach repellents, and more. By providing a snapshot of their professional journey, the summary section beneath their photo serves as a self-definition platform, where they can highlight their achievements and experiences without the constraints of titles and dates.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Sawyer Products |
24.8%
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2 | Simply Soothing, Inc. |
18.5%
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3 | Repel |
12.7%
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4 | Earth Corporation. |
12.7%
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5 | Cutter Insect Repellents |
11.5%
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6 | Ranger Ready Repellents |
10.2%
|
7 | CareNow Medical |
9.6%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the repellent page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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Japan | 1 | 100.0% |
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Kyoto Reflation New Drug Co., Ltd.
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For home appliances related to food storage and cooking ■ Characteristics ・ It is an insect repellent for home appliances related to food storage...
Nakajima Machine Co., Ltd.
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[Once) [raccoon, hakubishin -for outdoor use] is an anti -evacuation agent (Inokan evasion material) developed to prevent the invasion of raccoon a...
Nakajima Machine Co., Ltd.
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[Once) [Blue] is a wild boar repellent (Institute for Injogen) developed to prevent wild boars and prevent intrusion. Pests such as boars have thou...
Nakajima Machine Co., Ltd.
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[Once red] [red] is a deer repellent (Intergla evasion material) developed for preventing deer invasion and invading measures. Deer and other pests...
Nakajima Machine Co., Ltd.
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Suspension of the Tanan (once) [raccoon, hakubishin -indoor for indoor] is an anti -evacuation agent (rewarding material) developed to prevent the ...
Kyoto Reflation New Drug Co., Ltd.
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Uses natural copiber oil. It is safe because it is a food additive. ■ Characteristics ・ Ethanol preparation (food additives) containing natural e...
Kyoto Reflation New Drug Co., Ltd.
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Make pests difficult to reach without using insecticides. Recommended for food -related facilities. ■ Characteristics ・ It is a gel type repellen...
Kyoto Reflation New Drug Co., Ltd.
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■ Development background Like vending machines, devices related to food and beverages are involved in the manufacturing and storage of foods, causi...
Kyoto Reflation New Drug Co., Ltd.
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■ Development background In an environment that handles food and beverages, such as vending machines and kitchen equipment, it is necessary to keep...
Kyoto Reflation New Drug Co., Ltd.
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Thin design that can be used in narrow spaces ■ Characteristics ・ It is a plate -type repellent product (for various beverage servers) that conta...
Kyoto Reflation New Drug Co., Ltd.
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Pest countermeasures without killing ■ Characteristics ・ It is an invasive type repellent product that contains natural essential oil chopic oil ...
Kyoto Reflation New Drug Co., Ltd.
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Insect -repellent effect mainly for repellent ingredients ■ Characteristics ・ It is a gel type repellent product that contains natural essential ...
Kyoto Reflation New Drug Co., Ltd.
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It is a repellent that was born in a university laboratory that uses natural ingredients that are kind to human livestock. ■ Characteristics ・ It...
Nakajima Machine Co., Ltd.
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Suspension of Taian [Purple] is an inobuta repellent (Intergla avoidance material) developed to prevent inopta intrusion and invade. Poppers such a...