<;P>;PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an insect repellent which is highly effective to repel harmful insects, is quite safe for human health, is highly stable, and is capable of being simply used even at home. <;P>;SOLUTION: The insect repellent contains a silicone compound as an active ingredient. The insect repellent is embodied by one wherein the silicone compound is volatile. <;P>;COPYRIGHT: (C)2006,JPO&NCIPI