The Superbloc
The Superbloc Bloc & Chill Mosquito Repellent Wipes
Wipe · No regulatory claim stated by the brand; not EPA-registered, and its 8% PMD active is not eligible for the FIFRA 25(b) minimum-risk exemption
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Pros
- Cooling aloe-and-chamomile wipes that feel pleasant and are easy to pack.
Cons
- Lacks the EPA registration these actives require, so we can't recommend it.
- Short cover, 1 to 2 hours, and PMD products aren't for children under 3.
The full review
Cooling aloe-and-chamomile wipes that are easy to pack carry the same 8% PMD formula as the spray, but the wipe format and the regulatory gap together land them a not recommended. A wipe deposits less active than a spray, so our model trims complete protection to roughly 0.8 to 2 hours for mosquitoes and 0.4 to 2 hours for ticks, enough for a short outing before you reapply. The deciding issue is compliance: 8% PMD is not eligible for the FIFRA 25(b) exemption, so the unregistered sale is potentially noncompliant. Transparency stays strong on full active disclosure, while the evidence pillar slips, with several weak and one unsupported claim in the audit. Safety reflects PMD sensitization risk, an under-3 warning, and a pregnancy caution, and the labeled 5.5-hour reapply interval is an overpromise against the short window measured here, so plan on reapplying sooner.
Scorecard
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Effectiveness45%62Mosquitoes: 0.8–2 h of complete protection. Ticks: 0.4–2 h of complete protection. Protection times are modeled from the actives, concentration, and format (see methodology). Scored on a saturating curve (each added hour counts less than the last), 65% mosquito / 35% tick, with reasonable confidence.
Mosquitoes: 0.8–2 h of complete protection. Ticks: 0.4–2 h of complete protection. Protection times are modeled from the actives, concentration, and format (see methodology). Scored on a saturating curve (each added hour counts less than the last), 65% mosquito / 35% tick, with reasonable confidence.
Evidence & honest claims25%47Cedarwood oil is well-supported by published evidence, weighted by how close its concentration is to the studied effective dose (base 56). Of 10 marketing claims audited: 3 strong, 3 moderate, 3 weak, 1 unsupported (-5). Labels a reapplication interval (~every 5.5 h) longer than its measured protection — an overpromise (−4).
Cedarwood oil is well-supported by published evidence, weighted by how close its concentration is to the studied effective dose (base 56). Of 10 marketing claims audited: 3 strong, 3 moderate, 3 weak, 1 unsupported (-5). Labels a reapplication interval (~every 5.5 h) longer than its measured protection — an overpromise (−4).
Safety15%66From published dermal toxicology (EPA/CIR/IFRA), scaled by each active's concentration against its leave-on limit: moderate skin-sensitization risk from p-Menthane-3,8-diol at 8% (−10); moderate irritation risk from Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus at 1% (−6); not recommended for children under 3 (p-Menthane-3,8-diol) (−8); caution advised in pregnancy (−6); moderate aquatic toxicity (−4).
From published dermal toxicology (EPA/CIR/IFRA), scaled by each active's concentration against its leave-on limit: moderate skin-sensitization risk from p-Menthane-3,8-diol at 8% (−10); moderate irritation risk from Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus at 1% (−6); not recommended for children under 3 (p-Menthane-3,8-diol) (−8); caution advised in pregnancy (−6); moderate aquatic toxicity (−4).
Transparency15%92This product publishes an ingredient list (+20); discloses 100% of active concentrations (+40); discloses 44% of all ingredient concentrations (+7); the full formula including inerts is accounted for (+25).
This product publishes an ingredient list (+20); discloses 100% of active concentrations (+40); discloses 44% of all ingredient concentrations (+7); the full formula including inerts is accounted for (+25).
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How long it protects
Complete protection ends when the first bite gets through; partial protection keeps reducing bites as repellency decays. EPA label times are verified; the rest are modeled from the actives, concentration, and format.
Mosquito estimate basis (moderate confidence)
Estimated complete protection time from active ingredient + concentration; the source research used a spray-style formulation, adjusted down for this wipe format (×0.80). Partial protection (reduced but real bite suppression) is modeled to extend to ~3 h as repellency decays.
Tick estimate basis (moderate confidence)
Estimated complete protection time from active ingredient + concentration; the source research used a spray-style formulation, adjusted down for this wipe format (×0.80). Partial protection (reduced but real bite suppression) is modeled to extend to ~3 h as repellency decays.
Ingredient disclosure
This product publishes an ingredient list (+20); discloses 100% of active concentrations (+40); discloses 44% of all ingredient concentrations (+7); the full formula including inerts is accounted for (+25).
- Cedarwood oilActive
Active repellent · 0.5%
- p-Menthane-3,8-diolActive
Active repellent · 8%
- Oil of Lemon EucalyptusActive
Active repellent · 1%
- Water
Inert (carrier) · concentration not disclosed
- Aloe barbadensis extract
Inert (skin soothing) · concentration not disclosed
- Juniper berry oil
Other ingredient (not an approved repellent active) · 0.5%
- Chamomile oil
Inert (skin soothing) · concentration not disclosed
- Glycerin
Inert (humectant) · concentration not disclosed
- Peppermint oil
Inert (cooling agent) · concentration not disclosed
Claims audit
What the marketing says, versus what the evidence supports.
“Classified by the EPA as a 25(b) Exempt Minimum Risk Pesticide”
NaturalModerateStated across brand materials.
“Individually wrapped wipes, 10 per pack, for on-the-go reapplication”
EfficacyStrongFormat detail confirmed on brand pages.
“Repels mosquitoes, ticks, biting flies, gnats, biting midges, Aedes mosquitoes, fleas, mites, and bed bugs”
EfficacyWeakBroad pest list on the wipes page; PMD efficacy data supports mosquitoes/ticks/gnats but the bed bug, flea, mite claims are unsupported by typical PMD data.
“Juniper berry oil is marketed in this product but is not an EPA-registered repellent active or on the EPA 25(b) minimum-risk approved active list”
EfficacyUnsupportedReclassified as an inert/fragrance ingredient during data audit; not a recognized repellent active.
“Peppermint cooling sensation”
OtherStrongPeppermint oil is disclosed in the formula; cooling is a standard menthol effect.
“Lab-tested repellency against mosquitoes, ticks, biting flies, and gnats”
EfficacyModeratePlausible for 8% PMD; testing claimed but not published, and the product is not EPA-reviewed.
“Effective against biting midges, fleas, mites, bed bugs, and more”
EfficacyWeakBroad pest list well beyond typical PMD efficacy data; no supporting evidence cited.
“2-in-1 mosquito repellent + anti-itch relief”
EfficacyWeakAnti-itch relief attributed to chamomile and aloe; soothing botanicals, but no clinical anti-itch evidence cited.
“8% plant-based PMD derived from lemon eucalyptus”
EfficacyModeratePMD at 8% has a dose adequacy of only 0.27 against the ~30% studied effective dose, yielding ~0.8–2 h complete mosquito protection.
“DEET-free, alcohol-free, and camphor-free formula”
Deet FreeStrongConsistent with the full disclosed ingredient list.
How to apply it
Wipe evenly over all exposed skin, including spots like behind the ears, ankles, and wrists. Reapply every 5-6 hours or as often as needed, more frequently in hot, humid conditions or after sweating. Do not use on the hands of children, and apply to children only with adult supervision after a patch test.