Chemical Property of 2,3-Dehydrobrevicomin
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Chemical Property:
- Vapor Pressure:0.711mmHg at 25°C
- Boiling Point:191.6°Cat760mmHg
- Flash Point:64.4°C
- Density:1.023g/cm3
- XLogP3:1.7
- Hydrogen Bond Donor Count:0
- Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count:2
- Rotatable Bond Count:1
- Exact Mass:154.099379685
- Heavy Atom Count:11
- Complexity:188
- Purity/Quality:
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99%, *data from raw suppliers
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Useful:
- Canonical SMILES:CCC1C2C=CCC(O2)(O1)C
- Isomeric SMILES:CC[C@@H]1[C@H]2C=CC[C@](O2)(O1)C
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Use Description
2,3-dehydrobrevicomin is a chemical compound primarily known for its role in the field of entomology and pest control. It serves as a synthetic analog of the natural aggregation pheromone produced by bark beetles. In agriculture and forestry, this compound is used as a lure to attract and trap bark beetles, which are destructive pests that can infest and damage trees. By mimicking the beetle's pheromone, it helps monitor and control their populations, preventing damage to valuable timber resources. Additionally, in the field of chemical ecology and insect behavior research, 2,3-dehydrobrevicomin is a valuable tool for studying the communication and chemical signaling mechanisms of insects, contributing to our understanding of insect biology and ecology. Its significance lies in its pivotal role in pest management and scientific research related to forest and agricultural ecosystems.
