Methods and Compositions Utilizing Lactams Derived from Camphor, Verbenone or Cat Thyme Oil for Repelling Blood-Sucking and Biting Insects, Ticks and Mites

摘要

A method for repelling blood-sucking and biting insects, ticks and mites involving treating an object or area with a blood-sucking and biting insects, ticks and mites repelling effective amount of camphor lactams, verbenone lactams, dolicholactams, dolicholactone, and their precursors, and mixtures thereof, and optionally a carrier.

主权项

1. A composition, comprising at least one compound selected from the group consisting ofand mixtures thereof, where R is H, C1 to C10 alkyl, or C1 to C10 alkenyl, and optionally a carrier.