3'-ketoglycoside compound for the slow release of a volatile alcohol

Abstract

The present invention relates to a 3′-ketoglycoside compound defined by formula (I) and its use for controlled release of alcohols, in particular alcohols showing an insect repellent effect. It relates also to a process for preparing the 3′-ketoglycoside compound of formula (I). It further relates to a composition comprising a 3′-ketoglycoside compound of formula (I). It relates also to the use of a 3′-ketoglycoside compound of formula (I) for the controlled release of alcohols. It related also to a method of use of such composition.

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