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Method of repelling insects

US7288573B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 14, 2002
Grant dateOct 30, 2007
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Expiry dateDec 3, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T442/2525
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method of repelling an insect pest such as a tick, mosquito or cockroach comprises applying to a subject or substrate, in an amount effect to repel the insect pest, a compound of Formula I:wherein R is C4-C20 linear or branched alkyl. Particularly preferred compounds of Formula (I) are 2-tridecanone and 2-undecanone.

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