Chemical name: (RS)-3-allyl-2-methyl-4-oxocyclopent-2-enyl (1R,3R)-2,2-dimethyl-3-(2-methylprop-1-enyl)cyclopropanecarboxylate or (RS)-3-allyl-2-methyl-4-oxocyclopent-2-enyl (1R)-trans-2,2-dimethyl-3-(2-methylprop-1-enyl)cyclopropanecarboxylate
CAS no.: 584-79-2

Structural formula:

Molecular formula: C₁₉H₂₆O₃
Physical & chemical property:
Physical State: A pale yellow liquid
Density: 1.01(20°C)
Solubility: Practically insoluble in water. In hexane 0.655g/ml, methanol 72.0ml/ml (both 20°C).
Stability: Decomposed by u.v. light. Hydrolysed in alkaline media.
Specification: 94%TC
Uses: Non-systemic insecticide with contact, stomach, and respiratory action. Gives rapid knockdown. Paralyses insects before killing them. Control of flies, mosquitoes, ants, and other household and public health insect pests. Often used in combination with piperonly butoxide or other synergists, for control of chewing and sucking insects on ornamentals, vegetables, and other crops; for household and public health insect control; for insect control in animal houses; and as an animal ectoparasiticide.