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Table 2 Characteristics of three LN brands distributed in the study

From: Phase III evaluation of the insecticidal efficacy and durability of a deltamethrin-treated polypropylene long-lasting net LifeNet®, in comparison with long-lasting nets made from polyester and polyethylene: study protocol

LLIN Brand Manufacturer Fabric Deltamethrin Concentration A.I. Application Denier Av. Mesh Size Per cm2 Bursting Strength (kPa) Colour Size (cm) WHOPES Recommendation References
LifeNet® Bayer CropScience, Germany Polypropylene 340 mg/m2 Incorporated into fibres 100 21–29 450 White W190 × L180 × H 150 Interim (2011) [26]
PermaNet® 2.0 Vestergaard Frandsen, Switzerland Polyester 55 mg/m2 Resin coating 100 24 250–350 Blue W190 × L180 × H 150 Full (2008) [35]
Polyethylene LN Bestnet A/C, Denmark Polyethylene 63 mg/m2 Incorporated into fibres 110 21 540 White W190 × L180 × H 150 Withdrawn (2014) [46]
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