(-)-Carvone is an insect neurotoxin and is an irreversible inhibitor of acetylcholinesterase (AChE). It can be used as a bird repellent, inhibits larval growth, decreases pupation rate, and increases the mortality of larvae.

(-)-Carvone is an insect neurotoxin and is an irreversible inhibitor of acetylcholinesterase (AChE). It can be used as a bird repellent, inhibits larval growth, decreases pupation rate, and increases the mortality of larvae.

(-)-Carvone (CAS# 6485-40-1) is an antinociceptive monoterpene found as the main active constituent of essential oils obtained from plants of the genus Mentha. It is a novel agonist of TRPV1 channels. It can also be used as a chiral starting material.

Caryophyllene oxide, isolated from the fruits of Eugenia caryophyllata, inhibited the mitochondrial electron transport chain. Caryophyllene oxide can be used as potent anti-inflammatory agent and modulators of a newly established therapeutic target.