(E,E)-3,13-Octadecadienyl acetate

(E,E)-3,13-Octadecadienyl acetate is a significant compound in the field of insect pheromones, serving as a sex pheromone component first isolated from the peach fruit moth (Carposina niponensis). This pheromone specifically attracts male peach fruit moths and is thus widely utilized for monitoring and controlling their populations. By formulating this compound into a pheromone lure, it can effectively trap and disrupt the mating behavior of male moths, thereby reducing their population and protecting crops, especially apples and pears. It is an environmentally friendly and highly effective tool for pest management.