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A01N 43/16 (2006.01) A01P 17/00 (2006.01)

Patent

CA 2584354

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, and compositions thereof, which also has fragrance properties, may be used commercially for its insect repellent properties.

L~invention concerne la dihydronépétalactone, un constituant naturel mineur de l~huile essentielle d~herbes à chats (Nepeta spp.) telles que Nepeta cataria, qui a été identifiée comme étant un composé insectifuge efficace. La dihydronépétalactone peut être synthétisée par hydrogénation de la népétalactone, le principal constituant des huiles essentielles de l~herbe à chats. Ce composé et ses compositions, qui ont également des propriétés parfumées, peuvent être utilisés commercialement pour leurs propriétés insectifuges.

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