Title:
昆虫忌避剤としてのジヒドロネペタラクトン
Document Type and Number:
Japanese Patent JP2005520837
Kind Code:
A
Abstract:
Dihydronepetalactone, a minor natural constituent of the essential oil of catmints (Nepeta spp.) such as Nepeta cataria, has been identified as an effective insect repellent compound. Synthesis of dihydronepetalactone may be achieved by hydrogenation of nepetalactone, the major constituent of catmint essential oils. This compound, which also has fragrance properties, may be used commercially for its insect repellent properties.
Inventors:
Harahan, David El
Application Number:
JP2003577629A
Publication Date:
July 14, 2005
Filing Date:
March 20, 2003
Export Citation:
Assignee:
E.I.DU PONT DE NEMOURS AND COMPANY
International Classes:
A01N43/16; A61K8/49; A61K8/97; A61P17/02; A61Q5/00; A61K8/00; A61Q17/00; A61Q17/02; C09D5/14; C09D7/12; C09D201/00; (IPC1-7): A01N43/16; A61K7/40; C09D5/14; C09D7/12; C09D201/00
Domestic Patent References:
| JP2002316983A | 2002-10-31 | |||
| JP2002145824A | 2002-05-22 | |||
| JP2002177778A | 2002-06-25 |
Attorney, Agent or Firm:
Heikichi Odashima