Anthranilate-based insect repellents include methyl anthranilate, (DMA), (EA), and (BA). Chemically, they are esters of anthranilic acid. These compounds are approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use as food additives. The compounds repel both fruit flies and mosquitos. The compounds target the same neurons that respond to DEET. The receptors are located on part of the antennae known as the . DMA and EA repel mosquitos from feeding on humans, while EA and BA repel them from depositing eggs in water.