Cue-lure

SKU: orb1299107

Description

Cue-lure, also known as 4-(4-Acetoxyphenyl)-2-butanone, is a well-established synthetic attractant specifically for melon flies (Bactrocera cucurbitae). It is widely used in agricultural research for in vivo field monitoring and trapping, as well as in vitro studies of insect olfaction and behavior.

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 3572-06-3
• MW: 206.24
• Purity: 98.00%
• Formula: C₁₂H₁₄O₃
• SMILES: CC(=O)CCC1=CC=C(OC(C)=O)C=C1
• Target: Others
• Solubility: DMSO:22.5 mg/mL (109.1 mM);10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline:2 mg/mL (9.7 mM)

Storage & Handling

• Storage: Pure form: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice/Shipping at ambient temperature.
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

Cuelure, Cue-lure, Cue lure, 610841, inhibit, Inhibitor, Pherocon (4-(4-Acetoxyphenyl)-2-butanone), Q-lure

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

19137