The requirements of the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) are set forth under the Regulations and Standards in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). These requirements are found in Title 9 CFR, Chapter 1, Subchapter A - Animal Welfare, Parts 1,2, and 3.
The answer is yes. Insect repellents containing DEET have been tested and approved when used as directed. You can use DEET containing bug repellents on kids over 2 months old, but there are some recommendations that you need to follow: Products containing DEET should only be used one time per day on children.
Low DEET formula combined with a refreshing, light scent. 1  Repels mosquitos, biting flies, gnats, no-see-ums, and chiggers up to 2 hours. 2  Contains 5% DEET. 3  Ideal for use when: Relaxing in the backyard, Gardening, Entertaining outdoors, and Going to the playground.