JH Biotech - Bio Repel | Garlic Oil Insect Repellent

Brand: JH Biotech

Bio Repel

OMRI Listed | WSDA

Bio Repel is an all-natural insect repellent made from 10 percent pure garlic oil in water. When applied, the strong garlic odor dissipates within a few minutes but remains offensive to insect pests for days. Due to its composition the US EPA has exempted Bio Repel from registration as a pesticide under FIFRA 25(b). It is non-phytotoxic and leaves no aftertaste on edible plant parts and fruit.

Bio Repel is applied to plants, trees, shrubs, and crops by air or ground equipment. Mix 1 part Bio Repel with 100 parts water and spray to the point of runoff; for ULV sprays use 1 gallon to treat up to 20 acres. Agitate the mixture before application. Apply at the first sign of insect pests or preventatively and repeat every 7 to 14 days as needed.

Available Options

• 2.5 Gal (sold in packs of 2)
• 55 Gal Drum
• 250 Gal Tote

Key Features

• 10 percent pure garlic oil in 90 percent water
• OMRI Listed and approved by the WSDA Organic Program
• EPA exempted under FIFRA 25(b), no federal EPA registration required
• Non-phytotoxic with no plant toxicity
• Biodegradable
• Garlic odor dissipates within minutes but repels pests for days
• Leaves no aftertaste on edible plant parts and fruit
• Can also be used as a spray adjuvant with pesticides
• Compatible with all products
• Very low ULV rate, 1 gallon treats up to 20 acres
• Shelf life up to 2 years in cool, shaded storage

Ideal Applications

• Repelling soft-bodied flying insects including aphids, leafhoppers, whiteflies, and thrips
• Cotton pest repellency programs
• Vegetable crops including brassica, bulb, cucurbit, fruiting, leafy, and root crops
• Tree fruit and nuts including citrus, pome fruit, stone fruit, and nut trees
• Small fruits, berries, cereal grains, forage crops, and peanuts
• Ornamentals, trees, and shrubs in preventative programs

Organic Input Listings

• Listed by the Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) as Allowed with Restrictions for use in certified organic production under the USDA National Organic Program. Review the OMRI restriction before use.
• Registered with the Washington State Department of Agriculture Organic Program as an organic input material.

Organic input listings apply to the product exactly as named and are subject to change on renewal. Confirm current status with your certifier before use.

Pollinator Warning

Bio Repel also repels bees and other pollinators. Do not apply during or preceding pollination. On vegetables, spray several days before blooming.

State Registration

Bio Repel is a minimum-risk pesticide exempt from federal EPA registration under FIFRA Section 25(b). This federal exemption does not remove state requirements, and many states still require registration or notification before a 25(b) product may be sold there.

Per the manufacturer price list dated 7/22/2026, Bio Repel is not registered for sale in: AL, AK, AR, CT, IN, IA, KS, LA, ME, MD, MT, ND, OK, RI, SD. Buyers outside those states should confirm current registration status before ordering. Always read and follow the label.