I am seeking an experienced formulator to help refine a basic formula for a natural-based rodent repellent spray. This project has a limited budget, with clear defined objectives.
The ideal person for this task has experience with:
- Development of formulations for commercial fragrance products
- Natural, essential-oil based formulation (emulsifications)
- Extended-release ingredients to prolong the potency time for top-note fragrances
- Working knowledge of EPA regulation and/or USDA BioPreferred program helpful
Requirements:
The goal is to develop (reformulate) a recipe with relative ingredient quantities for a peppermint essential oil rodent repellent. The formula should meet the following specifications, to be clarified as needed before project initiation:
Formula significantly delays the typical quick dissipation of peppermint oil scent, resulting in a longer-lasting smell when sprayed on surfaces
-Viscosity appropriate for a trigger spray bottle
-Formula qualifies for Biopreferred purchasing program in the "Animal Repellents" category (minimum 79% biobased content)
-Conforms to EPA requirements for a minimum-risk pesticide
-Contains X% peppermint essential oil by weight
-100% non-toxic secondary ingredients
-Utilizes low-cost, readily available ingredients
If you can see a clear path to achieve this task, please contact me with a brief proposal note and quote. My hope is to achieve these objectives simply, with as few ingredients as possible. This should be complete within the next month.
About the recuiterMember since Aug 27, 2017 Brady
from Illinois, United States