How was the technology that spread all over the world born?Insect Shield, a highly functional and eco-friendly insect repellent

Snow Peak is working with Insect Shield to offer products that make outdoor activities more comfortable by keeping insects away. Insect Shield converts clothing into long-lasting, effective and convenient insect protection. It is the global leader for textile based insect repellent offering an environmentally responsible solution that can be used by the entire family. Now I would like to introduce how Insect Shield technology was invented.

The beginning is "processing insect repellent of military uniform".

The idea for Insect Shield repellent technology was started in 1996 when Richard Lane, President of Insect Shield and textile chemist, responded to a request from the US Military. The mission was to develop a durable, long-lasting method of adhering permethrin to uniforms.

The insect repellent, permethrin, had already been registered by the EPA since 1979 with an excellent efficacy and safety record.

The challenge was to develop a solution where no re-application was required and the effect lasted through the life of the garment.

After numerous years of rigorous testing, Mr. Lane successfully developed a system to bond permethrin to textile products that was effective, long lasting and convenient. In 2001, he joined forces with Haynes Griffin to found the company now known as Insect Shield.

Wide range from military uniforms to original wear.

In 2003 Insect Shield received the first ever United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registration to treat and sell insect repellent apparel and gear products. Based in Greensboro NC, Insect Shield now treats millions of items a year. Our facility in Greensboro employs over 50 workers and treats US Army uniforms, manages our workwear business, and handles all on-line sales and fulfillment of Insect Shield original products.

In 2019, Insect Shield built a new 3,000 sq meter warehouse and office space in Greensboro to house the growing business.

And spread to 48 countries around the world.

In 2007, Insect Shield opened an office in Seattle to manage sales and marketing. The Seattle office handles new product development, including the very successful Insect Shield for pets line – treated apparel and gear for dogs. This office was also tasked with taking Insect Shield to the world. As of 2020, Insect Shield is registered to sell and distribute products in over 48 countries. We have offices in Vietnam, China, Thailand, Denmark, Australia, Japan, South Korea, Myanmar and Singapore.

Insect Shield is closely linked with many global health organizations -- both the Greensboro and Seattle offices work with many non-profit groups to bring Insect Shied treated products to people that have been severely affected by insect borne disease.

Enjoy playing outdoors with the Insect Shield.

Insect Shield is thrilled to be working with such a preeminent brand as Snow Peak, specialists of outdoor products. We share the passion to bring the best products to people who want to enjoy the amazing world we live in while at the same time protect themselves from both bothersome and potentially life-threatening insects. We are very proud to partner with Snow Peak.