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2-butenal, trans-2-pentenal and related enal compounds for controlling plant pests and weeds in soil

US7462579B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 27, 2005
Grant dateDec 9, 2008
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Expiry dateMay 31, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P43/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for controlling pests and weeds on or around plants, especially crop plants is disclosed. The method includes admixing 2-butenal, trans-2-pentenal or other related enal compounds to form an aqueous solution, and applying the aqueous solution to plants, plant seeds, weeds, or soil around the around the area in which the plants grow.

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