Insect repellent compositions comprising dihydronepetalactone

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A01N 43/16 (2006.01) A01N 65/22 (2009.01) A01P 17/00 (2006.01) A61K 8/49 (2006.01) A61K 8/97 (2006.01) A61Q 17/02 (2006.01)

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CA 2538363

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.

Le dihydronépétalactone, un constituant naturel mineur de l'huile essentielle de l'herbe à chats (espèces <i>Nepeta</i>) notamment <i>Nepeta cataria</i>, a été identifié comme un composé insectifuge efficace. La synthèse du dihydronépétalactone peut être obtenue par hydrogénation du népétalactone, le constituant principal des huiles essentielles de l'herbe à chats. Ce composé, qui possède également des propriétés aromatisantes, peut être utilisé commercialement pour ses propriétés insectifuges.

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