9-tetradecenyl acetate

Description

9-tetradecenyl acetate is a pheromone produced by many insects, including the codling moth (Cydia pomonella), the European corn borer (Ostrinia nubilalis), and the gypsy moth (Lymantria dispar). It is a key component of the sex pheromone blend that attracts males to females. The compound has been studied extensively in efforts to develop pheromone-based pest control methods, such as mating disruption. The synthesis of 9-tetradecenyl acetate typically involves the reaction of 9-tetradecenol with acetic anhydride in the presence of a catalyst. Studies on 9-tetradecenyl acetate have revealed its ability to trigger specific behavioral responses in insects, particularly in the olfactory system, leading to mate searching and mating. Due to its pivotal role in insect communication and reproduction, 9-tetradecenyl acetate has become a target for sustainable pest management strategies. It is a valuable tool for monitoring insect populations, disrupting mating, and developing pheromone-based traps.'

9-tetradecenyl acetate: female sex pheromone of Copitarsia decolora (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) [Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), National Library of Medicine, extracted Dec-2023]