Fluoroaliphatic sulfones: a new class of delayed-action insecticides for control of Solenopsis invicta (Hymenoptera: Formicidae).

doi:10.1093/JEE/78.6.1190

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Fluoroaliphatic sulfones: a new class of delayed-action insecticides for control of Solenopsis invicta (Hymenoptera: Formicidae).

Published Dec 1, 1985 · R. K. Meer, C. S. Lofgren, David F. Williams

Journal of economic entomology

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Abstract

Extensive laboratory testing of fluoroaliphatic sulfones (RfSO2R) showed that, in particular, sulfonamide (RfSO2NR1R2) analogs have potential as delayed-action toxicants for control of the red imported fire ant, Solenopsis invicta Buren. Delayed activity was observed when R1 and R2 = H or alkyl with one exception (R1 = H, R2 = t-butyl). Dependent on the double-bond position, unsaturated hydrocarbon substituents gave either fast kill or delayed activity. Monoalcohol substituents showed delayed activity, but diols were inactive. Polyether substituents, either hydrogen or methyl end-capped, showed similar delayed activity. The C8F17 fluorocarbon radical yielded the best activity. Both the fluorocarbon and sulfone groups were essential to the activity of this class of compounds.

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Fluoroaliphatic sulfones show potential as delayed-action insecticides for controlling red imported fire ants, with the C8F17 fluorocarbon radical yielding the best activity.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

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