β‐cyclodextrin inclusion complexes of pyrethroids

Abstract

Abstract Pyrethroids are more stable to practical conditions when included in β‐cyclodextrin, particularly because photodecomposition is reduced. Though inclusion sometimes decreases the contact insecticidal activity, the innate activity is regenerated under conditions which release the free pyrethroids. Stabilised dust and wettable powder formulations of natural pyrethrins show promising insecticidal effects to certain pest insects.