Dragon’s Breath Aromatics grew from Gilbert McNew’s years of hiking, camping, and backpacking, with daughter Madison joining to develop the idea and test formulas in a fly-ridden farm barn. The McNews make all-natural insect repellents for fellow outdoorsmen, using recyclable and compostable packaging to reduce the trash left behind on trails and at campsites.
Nature's MACEStarted by a father-and-son team in a Pennsylvania two-car garage in 2014, Nature’s MACE manufactures plant-based animal and insect repellents designed as alternatives to chemical pest control. The veteran-owned, family-operated company now makes its products in the United States, using research-backed formulas for applications ranging from protecting gardens from deer to keeping outdoor bugs at bay.BLAKELY, PA
OrgantickFounded by tick-borne-disease expert Nicole Chinnici, Organtick makes scientifically researched, all-natural tick repellents for people and pets. The Lehigh Valley startup developed separate human and dog formulas and won both the grand prize and Audience Choice Award at the 2021 StartUp Lehigh Valley competition.EAST STROUDSBURG, PA
Green Blaster ProductsGreen Blaster Products, operating the Bed Bug Magic brand, manufactures U.S.-made pest-control products built around all-natural, biodegradable ingredients rather than harsh chemical treatments. Its flagship spray is designed to eliminate bed bugs and other household pests while remaining odorless and safe for people, pets, and plants. The company also emphasizes recycled-content packaging, recyclable bottles, and products exempt from registration under FIFRA 25(b).PORT CHESTER, NY
Benesafe Solutions LLCFounded by Esther Salata, Benesafe Solutions makes plant-based backyard bug-barrier sprays for people, pets and outdoor spaces. Its formulas use cedarwood and citronella oils to target mosquitoes, fleas and ticks while reflecting Salata’s concern for wildlife, soil and water. The company presents itself as a small business built around making outdoor pest control simpler and less reliant on harsh chemicals.