(Z)-3-dodecen-1-ol (E)-2-butenoate and its use in monitoring and controlling the sweetpotato weevil
US4732756A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 27, 1986 |
| Grant date | Mar 22, 1988 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 27, 2006 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC07C69/533
- WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A pheromonal compound produced by the sweetpotato weevil has been identified as (Z)-3-dodecen-1-ol (E)-2-butenoate. The synthetically-prepared compound demonstrates activity toward the sweetpotato weevil comparable to or greater than that of the natural female and comparable to that of its natural counterpart under field conditions. The novel compound provides a sensitive tool for detection of the sweetpotato weevil. By attracting adult weevils to field traps, this compound provides a means for monitoring and controlling this major agricultural pest.
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