Recommended by the World Health Organization Pesticide Evaluation Scheme (WHOPES).
Global and Local Recognition
Recommended by the World Health Organization (WHOPES), passing all rigorous evaluation procedures of confirming efficacy and longevity. In 2004, it was recognized by TIME Magazine as one the “Most Amazing Inventions.:”
Approved and used by the Department of Health as part of its Integrated Vector Control Program against Dengue.
How does it work?
Sumitomo Chemical's Olyset Net has four fold insecticidal action against mosquitoes. It has revolutionized the global fight against malaria. Protecting nearly 800 million people since it received WHO recommendation in 2002; the highly durable and award-winning LLIN (long lasting insecticidal net) uses hybrid polymer and controlled insecticide release technology to repel, kill and prevent mosquitos from biting for up to five years.
Permethrin, along with special release- control agents, is incorporated within the polyethylene matrix. It migrates to the surface of the net over a 5-year period, maintaining a constant surface concentration. This enables Sumitomo Chemical to guarantee Olyset’s insecticidal performance for five years. The surface concentration is replenished from the fibre reservoir during washing.
