4-Methyl-5-nonanone (CAS 35900-26-6)
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4-Methyl-5-nonanone is an organic compound known for its fruity fragrance. Traditionally, it has found widespread use as a flavoring agent in the food and beverage industries. In scientific research, 4-Methyl-5-nonanone has been extensively explored for its promising uses. It has demonstrated efficacy as an insect attractant, captivating a variety of insects such as fruit flies, mosquitoes, and beetles. This characteristic has been harnessed in the development of insect traps and monitoring systems, serving valuable purposes in agriculture and environmental studies. The precise mechanism by which 4-Methyl-5-nonanone acts as an insect attractant remains somewhat elusive. Nevertheless, it is believed to stimulate the olfactory receptors located in the antennae of insects. This stimulation triggers a response that entices the insects towards the source of the compound, thereby aiding in their capture or monitoring.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
4-Methyl-5-nonanone, 5 g | sc-267644 | 5 g | $115.00 |