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🧬 AI profile — grown from 6ic coverage Nepetalactone is a naturally occurring organic compound found in the leaves of the Nepeta cataria plant, commonly known as catnip. It is known for its ability to repel insects, particularly mosquitoes, due to its strong odor and chemical properties. In recent developments, nepetalactone has been used to create a catnip-based lotion that serves as an affordable and eco-friendly mosquito repellent solution.

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