cis-9,trans-12-Tetradecadienyl acetate is a naturally occurring pheromone-like compound found in the insect species Cadra cautella (Walker) and the Indian meal moth, Plodia interpunctella (Hübner). This compound can be used to mimic the natural pheromones emitted by female insects to attract mates, and is primarily employed in the development of safe and effective insecticides for use on crops.
(9Z,12E)-Tetradecadien-1-yl Acetate is a sex pheromone componentof Noctuidae in Antilles.
ChEBI: (9E,12Z)-tetradeca-9,12-dienyl acetate is a fatty acid ester. It has a role as a pheromone.
