Use and present situation of repellent

Abstract

There are various way of pest control. Repellent, is one of the way, has the merit that which worries of insect-resistance and persistence is fewer than such as insecticide. Many repellent substances, including terpens, are reported. On the other hand, study of the mechanism of action and structure-activity relationship is inadequacy. Today, various repellent against not only insects but also birds and mammals are sold. Besides, there are a wide range of the shape and purpose of item. Consumors which wants safety and security is on the increase nowadays. With these situations as a background, in future, market of repellent will expand further.