BUG BAND INSECT REPELLENT PUMP SPRAY
last updated: 03/15/09 brand: Bug Off! by Kaz Inc.
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Given the incomplete information made available by companies and the government, EWG provides additional information on personal care product ingredients from the published scientific literature. The chart below indicates that research studies have found that exposure to one or more ingredients in this product -- not the product itself -- caused the indicated health effect(s) in the studies reviewed by Skin Deep researchers. Actual health risks, if any, will vary based on the level of exposure to the ingredient and individual susceptibility -- information not available in Skin Deep.
Ingredients in this product are linked to: | |
 | Cancer |
| Developmental/reproductive toxicity |
 | Violations, restrictions & warnings |
| Allergies/immunotoxicity |
| Other concerns for ingredients used in this product: Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs), Occupational hazards |
Ingredients from packaging: Active Ingredients: Geraniol (20%), Soybean Oil (5%), Rosemary (8%), Mint (9%), Geranium Oil (1%), Sodium Laurel Sulfate (3.6%)Inactive Ingredients: Inert Ingredients (69.6%), Water, Vegetable Oil
Directions from packaging: Shake Well Before Using Spray and spread liberally over exposed skin. Dispense into your hand to apply to face and neck. Reapply as needed. For Ticks - Apply to skin under clothing, near socks, collars, buttons, waist, pant bottoms, and shoe openings.
Warnings from packaging: WarningsStore in a cool, dry area away from heat. If empty: do not reuse container. Place in trash or offer for recycling if available. Caution: Avoid contact with the eyes. In case of eye contact, flush eyes with large amounts of water. Skin irritation may occur in rare cases. In case of irritation, wash with water and soap. If eye or skin irritation persists, get medical attention as soon as practical. First Aid: Flush with warm water and soap. If in eyes, flush thoroughly with clean water for at least 15 minutes. If contacted lenses are used, remove the lenses and flush lenses and eyes with clean water. If swallowed - give several glasses of water and get medical attention if irritation persists.
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ingredients
| score | data gap | concerns | |
| GERANIOL | 6 | 61% | Violations, restrictions & warnings, Allergies/immunotoxicity, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) |
| SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE SODIUM LAUREL SULFATE | 3 | 68% | Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive), Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) |
| GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) OIL | 1 | 88% | none identified |
| VEGETABLE OIL | 1 | 83% | Occupational hazards |
| GERANIUM MACULATUM (SPOTTED CRANESBILL) OIL GERANIUM OIL | 0 | 100% | none identified |
| MENTHA (MINT) | 0 | 100% | none identified |
| ROSEMARY | 0 | 100% | none identified |
| WATER | 0 | 0% | innocuous |
Cancer*
*This table includes all possible cancer concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more in vitro tests non-mammalian cells show positive mutation results | GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) OIL | |
| One or more in vitro tests on mammalian cells show positive mutation results | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE, GERANIOL |
Developmental/reproductive toxicity*
*This table includes all possible developmental/reproductive toxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show reproductive effects at high doses | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE |
Violations, restrictions & warnings*
*This table includes all possible violations, restrictions & warnings concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Recommended restricted in cosmetics - use, concentration, or manufacturing restrictions - Fragrance subject to restrictions: safe only within recommended use or concentration limitsn) | GERANIOL | |
| Determined safe for use in cosmetics, subject to concentration or use limitations - Safe for use in cosmetics with some qualifications | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE |
Neurotoxicity*
*This table includes all possible neurotoxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show brain and nervous system effects at moderate doses | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE, GERANIOL |
Endocrine disruption*
*This table includes all possible endocrine disruption concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show endocrine system disruption at high doses | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE |
Allergies/immunotoxicity*
*This table includes all possible allergies/immunotoxicity concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Known human immune system toxicant | GERANIOL |
Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive)*
*This table includes all possible organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show broad systemic effects at high doses (low dose studies may be unavailable for this ingredient) | GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) OIL | |
| One or more animal studies show broad systemic effects at moderate doses (low dose studies may be unavailable for this ingredient) | VEGETABLE OIL | |
| One or more animal studies show broad systemic effects at low doses | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE, GERANIOL |
Ecotoxicology*
*This table includes all possible ecotoxicology concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Suspected to be an environmental toxin | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE |
Irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs)*
*This table includes all possible irritation (skin, eyes, or lungs) concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Human any irritant - strong evidence | products for use around the eyes, on the skin, or may be aerosolized (airborne) | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE |
| One or more animal studies show skin irritation at very low doses | GERANIOL |
Data gaps*
*This table includes all possible data gaps concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Not assessed for safety in cosmetics by industry panel | ROSEMARY, VEGETABLE OIL, MENTHA (MINT), GLYCINE SOJA (SOYBEAN) OIL, GERANIUM MACULATUM (SPOTTED CRANESBILL) OIL, GERANIOL |
Occupational hazards*
*This table includes all possible occupational hazards concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| Allowed workplace exposures restricted to moderate doses | VEGETABLE OIL |
Biochemical or cellular level changes*
*This table includes all possible biochemical or cellular level changes concerns for the ingredients used by this manufacturer. Some categorizations depend on how the product is used or formulated.
| type of concern | product conditions | ingredient(s) |
| One or more animal studies show biochemical changes at moderate doses where the human health implications are not yet well understood | SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE |
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