Methyl Acetate Research Articles

Caesium‐Iodide‐Assisted Synthesis of High‐Quality, Stable, and Robust Lead‐Free Perovskite Quantum Dots

AbstractThe poor morphology, and susceptibility to oxidation of tin‐based perovskite quantum dots (TQDs) have posed significant challenges, limiting their application potential. This study presents a straightforward method for synthesizing high‐quality CsSnI3‐based perovskite quantum dots (TQDs) by incorporating a mixed Cs source of Cs2CO3 and CsI. The addition of CsI increased the I:Sn ratio while maintaining Sn:Cs, resulting in TQDs with smaller size and improved uniformity. X‐ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) analyses confirmed enhanced crystallinity, photoluminescence intensity, and antioxidation ability of CsI‐TQDs. Remarkably, these TQDs exhibit exceptional stability, enduring over 1 h in air and more than 24 h before complete oxidation, surpassing the previously reported longest lifetime in air for TQDs with conventional oleic acid (OA) and oleylamine (OAm) ligands. Furthermore, these TQD films retain robustness after ligand exchange with methyl acetate (MeOAc) and formamidinium iodide (FAI), representing the first successful short‐ligand exchange of TQDs and enabling further electronic device applications. These findings suggest that CsI in the Cs source plays a crucial role in facilitating the formation of surface complexes, regulating TQD growth and suppressing iodine vacancies.

Hierarchical Intercalation of Solvated Tetrafluoroborate Anions into Graphite Electrodes: The Case Studies of Methyl Acetate and γ-Butyrolactone Solutions.

Intercalation of anions unlocks graphite as a positive material in energy storage devices, and the performance could be affected by solvents in solutions. In this context, it is vital to investigate the role of solvents in anion intercalation. Herein, a hierarchical intercalation phenomenon, in which different graphite intercalation compounds are generated in the same solution, is studied in lithium tetrafluoroborate (LiBF4) solutions of carboxylate ester solvents γ-butyrolactone (GBL) and methyl acetate (MA). The evolution modes of the graphite cathode structure during electrochemical intercalation and deintercalation are discussed via in situ X-ray diffraction (XRD) measurements. Based on this, the relationship between GICs and potentials, together with concentrations, is compared in detail. Furthermore, various graphite materials with different surface properties are applied to adjust the anions' solvation status inside graphite sheets.

Molecular Synergistic Effects Mediate Efficient Interfacial Chemistry: Enabling Dendrite-Free Zinc Anode for Aqueous Zinc-Ion Batteries.

The primary cause of the accelerated battery failure in aqueous zinc-ion batteries (AZIBs) is the uncontrollable evolution of the zinc metal-electrolyte interface. In the present research on the development of multiadditives to ameliorate interfaces, it is challenging to elucidate the mechanisms of the various components. Additionally, the synergy among additive molecules is frequently disregarded, resulting in the combined efficacy of multiadditives that is unlikely to surpass the sum of each component. In this study, the "molecular synergistic effect" is employed, which is generated by two nonhomologous acid ester (NAE) additives in the double electrical layer microspace. Specifically, ethyl methyl carbonate (EMC) is more inclined to induce the oriented deposition of zinc metal by means of targeted adsorption with the zinc (002) crystal plane. Methyl acetate (MA) is more likely to enter the solvated shell of Zn2+ and will be profoundly reduced to produce SEI that is dominated by organic components under the "molecular synergistic effect" of EMC. Furthermore, MA persists in a spontaneous hydrolysis reaction, which serves to mitigate the pH increase caused by the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) and further prevents the formation of byproducts. Consequently, the 1E1M electrolyte not only extends the cycle life of the zinc anode to 3140 cycles (1 mA h cm-2 and 1 mA cm-2) but also extends the life of the Zn//MnO2 full battery, with the capacity retention rate still at 89.9% after 700 cycles.

Evaluation of the phytochemical, bioactive compounds and descriptive sensory of encapsulated Lingzhi (Ganoderma lucidum) extracts with combined wall materials for masking effect on the perception of off-flavour and bitterness.

Lingzhi mushroom (Ganoderma lucidum) is known as a medicinal mushroom that can be utilized in various functional foods available in the market, including powders, dietary supplements, and tea. However, its use is limited due to factors such as bitterness, flavour, and astringency. The objective of this study is to characterize and quantify the sensory profile of Lingzhi mushroom samples (fresh, dried and Lingzhi extracts) using quantitative descriptive analysis and investigate the physicochemical and sensory properties of encapsulated Lingzhi extracts using different ratios of wall material (maltodextrin, gum Arabic and modified starch from rice flour). The optimal ratio for encapsulation involved 32.75% maltodextrin, 42.25% gum Arabic, and 25% modified starch w/w. Three parallel experiments were performed under practical conditions, resulting in average encapsulation efficiencies of 88.39±0.09% for flavonoids 89.53±0.06% for polysaccharides and 0.31± 0.01 of water activity. The sensory descriptive analysis indicated the following ratings: brown sugar aroma (4.36±0.17), earthy aroma (22.04±0.12), nutty aroma (2.00±0.01), fresh mushroom aroma (11.18±0.19), dried Lingzhi aroma (3.08±0.13), black tea aroma (4.50±0.19), salty taste (1.00±0.01), earthy flavour (23.14±0.22) and Mushroomy (after taste) (2.06±0.09), respectively. The flavour identified of Lingzhi extracts and encapsulated by gas chromatography electronic nose (GC-E-Nose). The result showed ten flavour compounds (Acetaldehyde, Methanethiol, Propanal, propane-2-one, Methyl acetate, 2-methyl propanal, Ethyl Acetate, Heptane, 1-Butanamine, 2-methyl butanal, Thiophene). Optimizing the encapsulation conditions has a significant impact on reducing off-flavours and bitterness. Comparing the flavour profiles of Lingzhi extracts with encapsulated Lingzhi extracts using gas chromatography electronic nose (GC-E-Nose). Encapsulation technology represents a burgeoning field that holds immense potential in ensuring the stability of functional ingredients and facilitating their incorporation into instant beverage products.

Organometallic Compound Stabilizes All-Inorganic Tin-Based Perovskite Nanocrystals Against Antisolvent Post-Treatment.

The isolation and purification of all-inorganic Sn-based perovskite nanocrystals (PNCs) remain troublesome, as common antisolvents accelerate the collapse of the optically active perovskite structure. Here, we mitigate such instabilities and endow strong resistance to antisolvent by incorporating the organometallic compound zinc diethyldithiocarbamate, Zn(DDTC)2, during the solution-based synthesis of all-inorganic CsSnI3 nanocrystals. Thiourea is shown to form through the thermal-driven conversion of Zn(DDTC)2 during synthesis, which binds to un-passivated Sn sites on the crystal surface and shields it from irreversible oxidation reactions. The CsSnI3 PNCs capped with thiourea show great stability after two purification cycles using methyl acetate, with negligible change in morphology, phase, and optical properties. Moreover, the modified PNCs are resistant to other commonly used antisolvents, like ethyl acetate, 1-pentanol, and isopropanol, offering a platform to explore all-inorganic Sn-based nanocrystalline thin films and optoelectronics.

Enhanced heat transfer in two-phase closed thermosyphons with external liquid-vapor separation

Two-phase closed thermosyphons (TPCTs) are highly efficient heat transfer devices that leverage natural convection to transport heat over substantial distances with minimal temperature gradients. This study investigates the thermal performance of a novel TPCT equipped with an external liquid-vapor separator, compared to a conventional TPCT. The innovative design incorporates an external pathway connecting the condenser and evaporator sections. A comprehensive evaluation was conducted using three working fluids (water, methyl acetate, and ethanol) across a spectrum of heat inputs (50 ≤ Q ≤ 300 W) and filling ratios (25 %, 40 %, 55 %, 70 %, and 85 %). Optimal performance was consistently observed at a 70 % filling ratio for all fluids tested. While the conventional TPCT exhibited superior performance with methyl acetate, the novel TPCT demonstrated enhanced thermal efficiency when charged with water or ethanol. Notably, the novel TPCT using water reduced thermal resistance by approximately 63 % and 60.5 % compared to ethanol and methyl acetate, respectively, at a 50 W heat input and the optimal filling ratio. These findings underscore the critical influence of working fluid selection and offer valuable insights into the thermal characteristics of the novel TPCT. The results contribute significantly to the optimization and design of TPCTs for diverse applications.

Enhancement of Low-Temperature Cycling Performance of Lithium-Ion Batteries by use of Dual Cosolvent

Abstract Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) based on conventional electrolyte suffer from poor cycling performance at low temperatures due to the reduced ionic conductivity of electrolytes, sluggish charge transfer reaction, and Li plating during the charging process. Herein, we propose a dual cosolvent composed of methyl acetate (MA) and ethyl fluoroacetate (EFA). MA effectively reduced the viscosity of the electrolyte, improving the ionic conductivity at low temperatures. EFA facilitated the de-solvation of Li+ ions and formed an anion-derived solvation structure, enabling the formation of an inorganic-rich solid electrolyte interphase on the graphite anode. Due to the synergistic effect of MA and EFA, the graphite/LiFePO4 cell employing a dual cosolvent exhibited good cycling performance at low temperatures, delivering a discharge capacity of 68.7 mAh g-1 at -20 °C and 0.2 C and showing a capacity retention of 99.7% after 100 cycles at -20 °C and 0.33 C. Additionally, the cell exhibited an initial discharge capacity of 131.2 mAh g-1 at 25 °C and 1.0 C, with a capacity retention of 99.4% after 300 cycles. Our results demonstrate that liquid electrolytes containing dual cosolvent with various beneficial roles can be a promising solution for improving the low-temperature cycling performance of LIBs.

Rigorous design and economic optimization of reactive distillation column considering real liquid hold-up and hydraulic conditions of industrial device

The liquid hold-up in a reactive distillation (RD) column not only has a significant impact on the extent of reactions, but also affects the pressure drop and hydraulic conditions in the column. Therefore, the liquid hold-up would be a critical design factor for RD columns. However, the existing design methods for RD columns typically neglect the influence of considerable amount of liquid hold-up in downcomers owing to the difficulties of solving a large-scale nonlinear model system by considering downcomer hydraulics, resulting in significant deviations from actual situation and even operation infeasibility of the designed column. In this paper, a pseudo-transient (PT) RD model based on equilibrium model considering tray hydraulics was established for rigorous simulation and optimization of RD plate columns considering the liquid hold-up both in downcomers and column trays, and a steady-state optimization algorithm assisted by the PT model was adopted to robustly solve the optimization problem. The optimization results of either ethylene glycol RD or methyl acetate RD demonstrated that assuming all the liquid hold-up of a stage belonged to the tray will cause significant deviations in the column diameter, weir height, and the number of stages, which leads to not meeting the separation requirements and even operation hydraulic infeasibility. The rigorous model proposed in this study which considers the liquid hold-up both on trays and in downcomers as well as hydraulic constraints can be applied to systematically design industrial RD plate columns to simultaneously obtain optimal operating variables and equipment structure variables.

Homogeneous reactive distillation: The influence of pressure drop on separation and reaction kinetics

This study investigates the Total Annual Cost (TAC) optimization of a reactive distillation (RD) process for methyl acetate (MA) production as a function of tray pressure drop, focusing on the trade-off between chemical reaction kinetics and separation efficiency. The analysis examines how variations in column diameter and weir height influence the TAC across different liquid hold-ups with and without incorporating a tray pressure drop in the simulations. Results indicate that for larger liquid hold-ups, the decrease in separation efficiency predominates over kinetic advantages, leading to higher energy costs when pressure drop is considered. Despite the loss in separation efficiency with a high weir height, a pressure drop-incorporated column design featuring a high weir height and small diameter is shown to achieve lower TAC due to the comparatively lower installed costs. A reduction of tray liquid hold-up of more than 50 % is found for the optimal column design in the considered case study when the tray pressure drop is considered. A sensitivity analysis towards a hypothetical infinite fast reaction is conducted to illustrate how the energy costs are affected by the kinetic rate of the chemical reaction.

Production of Biodiesel Without Catalyst Separation with Palm Oil Interesterification Process Using Essential Oil Biocatalyst

The transesterification is a method commonly used in the production of biodiesel. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate interesterification reaction of palm oil with methyl acetate using essential oil biocatalyst, specifically focusing on eugenol and cajuput oil. The operating parameters were: 250 g of palm oil, a molar ratio of palm oil:methyl acetate of 1:6, a reaction temperature of 60ºC, a stirring speed of 300 rpm, a biocatalyst of 0.75 wt. % in relation to oil, and reaction times of 15, 30, 45, 60, and 75 min. The palm oil, methyl acetate and biocatalyst reacted in a three-necked flask as a reactor under operating conditions. Additionally, simulations were performed using ChemDraw Professional 15.0 to analyze the molecular behavior of the reacting compounds.

Electrochemical radiofluorination using a split-bipolar electrode

Electrochemical (radio)fluorination (ECF) is a versatile approach for nucleophilic radiofluorination of electron-rich compounds such as thioether derivatives. However, ECF generally requires high concentrations of supporting salts, which leads to low molar activity (Am) of the final product due to undesired contamination with [19F]F– ions. Here, we demonstrate the first example of radiofluorination using a split bipolar electrode (s-BPE) platform with low concentration of supporting salt. Under optimal reaction conditions, the ECF of methyl (methylthio)acetate (MMTA) using s-BPEs provided [18F]F-MMTA with radiochemical conversion of up to 70 % and high molar activities (28–43 GBq/μmol; 0.74–1.1 Ci/μmol), with approximately 5 mM of tetrabutylammonium perchlorate as supporting electrolyte.

Absolute Configuration of the Invasive Mealybug Delottococcus aberiae (De Lotto) Sex Pheromone: Synthesis and Bioassay of Both Enantiomers.

The mealybug Delottococcus aberiae (De Lotto) (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae) is an invasive pest reported in Europe at the end of the first decade of the 2000s, causing severe damage to citrus production in eastern Spain. In a previous work, (4,5,5-trimethyl-3-methylenecyclopent-1-en-1-yl)methyl acetate was identified as the sex pheromone emitted by females, a new compound with an unusual β-necrodol skeleton possessing one stereocenter. This compound was assigned to the (-)-enantiomer but the absolute configuration was then not reported. In the present study, enantiomeric pure samples of both enantiomers were synthesized. X-ray diffraction analysis allowed the (-)-enantiomer, identical to the one emitted by virgin D. aberiae females, to be unequivocally identified as (-)-(R)-(4,5,5-trimethyl-3-methylenecyclopent-1-en-1-yl)methyl acetate. Bioassays carried out to test the activity of both enantiomers under field conditions suggest that the presence of the (+)-(S)-enantiomer has detrimental effects on the activity of the racemates.

O2-Dependence of reactions of 1,2-dimethoxyethanyl and 1,2-dimethoxyethanylperoxy isomers

Reaction mechanisms of R˙ and ROO˙ radicals derived from low-temperature oxidation of 1,2-dimethoxyethane (CH3O(CH2)2OCH3) were investigated using speciation from multiplexed photoionization mass spectrometry (MPIMS) measurements via Cl-initiated oxidation, in conjunction with electronic structure calculations. The experiments were conducted at 5 bar, from 450 K – 650 K, and O2 concentrations from 1 · 1014 cm–3 – 6 · 1018 cm–3 to probe the effects on competing reaction channels of 1,2-dimethoxyethanyl (R˙) and 1,2-dimethoxyethanylperoxy (ROO˙) isomers. Several species were detected with photoionization spectral fitting – ethene, formaldehyde, methyl vinyl ether, and 2-methoxyacetaldehyde – and, as determined by electronic structure calculations, may form via unimolecular decomposition of 1,2-dimethoxyethanyl or 1,2-dimethoxyethanylperoxy. O2-dependent yield ratios show that the formation pathways for all species undergo a competition between O2-addition and unimolecular decomposition. Adiabatic ionization energies were also calculated and utilized along with exact mass determinations to infer contributions for other species derived exclusively from first- and second-O2-addition, including 1,2-dimethoxyethene, cyclic ethers, and dicarbonyls.In addition to species formed from conventional low-temperature oxidation pathways, an important conclusion is derived from the detection of species produced from an O2-addition step involving ĊH2CH2OCH3 (R˙′), which forms via prompt dissociation of the primary 1,2-dimethoxyethanyl radical (ĊH2O(CH2)2OCH3). Species derived from R˙′ + O2 – 1,3-dioxolane and methyl acetate – were detected at [O2] = 1.2 · 1017 cm–3 and formed on timescales parallel to the main R˙ + O2 reactions. In addition, ion signal at m/z 106 was detected and increased with O2 concentration from which connections are drawn to ketohydroperoxides produced by Q˙′OOH + O2. Detection of such species indicate that β-scission of 1,2-dimethoxyethanyl is sufficiently facile such that timescales of R˙′ + O2 compete with conventional R˙ + O2 pathways.

Temperature and Composition Dependence of the Densities, Speed of Sound, and Viscosities of Binary Liquid Mixtures of Tetrahydrofuran with Methyl Acetate, Propyl Acetate, and Pentyl Acetate

Temperature and Composition Dependence of the Densities, Speed of Sound, and Viscosities of Binary Liquid Mixtures of Tetrahydrofuran with Methyl Acetate, Propyl Acetate, and Pentyl Acetate

Tailor-made the ultrathin nanosheet and acid site accessibility of mordenite zeolite for carbonylation of dimethyl ether

Precisely tailored nano-morphology and crystal growth endures mordenite (MOR) zeolites with reduced internal diffusion resistance, enabling greater accessibility of existing acid sites to further stimulate catalysis. Controllable synthesis nanosheet MOR zeolite thinner than 20 nm along at least one dimension is highly attractive but remains great challenge. Herein, c axis along the [001] direction shortened MOR nanosheets with a thickness of 10–20 nm was synthesized. As expected, the mass transfer performance over the nanosheet sample is significantly improved by 2.5 times compared with the conventional nano-morphology. Furthermore, more Brønsted acid sites (BAS) can be induced into 8-membered ring (8-MR) pores in the nanosheet MOR zeolite. The conversion of dimethyl ether (DME) to methyl acetate over the ultrathin MOR zeolite is increased from 17.4 % to 71.7 % compared to that of the conventional nanoparticle. The DME conversion was stable at 70.0 % after reaction 80 h, when the acid sites located in 12-membered ring pores was poisoned by the pyridine molecule. Unexpectedly, we discovered that the desorption behavior of pyridine is also influenced by the accessibility of acid site, not only by the amount of BAS in 8-MR. The unique nanosheet structure with short c axis reduces the spatial stability of pyridine adsorbed on BAS in the 8-MR side pocket and the BAS in the 8-MR side pocket can be recovered at lower temperatures. Herein, a new insight into of DME carbonylation catalyzed by ultrathin nanosheet of MOR zeolite is revealed.

A CHEMCAD Software Design Approach for Non-Conventional Biodiesel Production Using Methyl Acetate as Feedstock

Biodiesel is a sustainable and renewable fuel generated from renewable resources, including vegetable oil or animal fats. It is thought to be a non-toxic fuel that degrades gradually and causes no harm to the environment. In the present study, a non-conventional supercritical method for industrial biodiesel production is investigated. The non-conventional method refers to a single-step interesterification reaction between triglycerides and methyl acetate resulting in methyl esters of fatty acids and triacetin as a secondary product. Process flowsheet modeling, using CHEMCAD chemical engineering software, was used as an investigation tool. The production capacity was set to 25,000 kg/h biodiesel. Methyl acetate requested in the biodiesel production is produced from methanol esterification with acetic acid using an intensified reactive distillation unit. Methanol, in turn, is obtained using synthetic gas derived from biomass as a raw material, the process representing a new method at the industrial level to solve problems related to the energy that is required, storage and disposal of residual materials, and pollution through the release of pollutants into the air. The methanol synthesis process is similar to the one based on natural gas, consisting of three main steps, namely: (i) synthesis gas production, followed by (ii) methanol production, and (iii) methanol purification. Acetic acid is an essential chemical product, generated in the proposed approach by a sustainable method with low energy consumption and low air emissions, more exactly methanol carbonylation. All the processes previously mentioned: (i) biodiesel production, (ii) methyl acetate production, (iii) acetic acid production, and (iv) methanol production were modeled and simulated, leading to the desired biodiesel productivity (e.g., 25,000 kg/h) with the obtained purity being higher than 99%. Relevant discussions regarding the design assumptions used, the simulation and validation results, as well as other technical issues (i.e., electricity and thermal energy consumption) for the system being simulated, are provided, leading to the conclusion that the proposed route is well suited for the desired application and can deliver significant results. The simulation outcomes have provided confidence in the feasibility and effectiveness of the chosen process design, making it a viable option for further development and implementation.

PEG-assisted synthesis of highly dispersed Cs/Zr-SiO2 catalyst for aldol condensation of methyl acetate with formaldehyde

The dispersion of active sites plays an imperative role in the promotion of catalytic performance on methyl acrylate synthesis via direct vaporous aldol condensation. Herein, a novel PEG-assisted impregnation method was proposed to synthesize Cs/Zr-SiO2 catalyst with high dispersion of acid and base sites. A series of characterization techniques including NMR, TEM, physical N2 adsorption isotherms, XRD, XPS, NH3-/CO2-TPD, and Py-IR were used to investigate the physico-chemical properties of these prepared catalyst series. The introduction of PEG improved the specific surface area, dispersion of active sites, and density of acid and base sites, resulting in superior catalytic performance of Cs/PEG@Zr-SiO2 by comparison with that of Cs/SiO2 and Cs/Zr-SiO2. The kinetic experiments revealed that the activation energy of aldol condensation was 80.8 kJ/mol over the Cs/PEG@Zr-SiO2 catalyst. The deactivation behavior derived from carbon deposition was discovered, and the spent catalyst could be regenerated by simple thermal treatment.

Abraham solvation parameter model: experiment-based solute descriptors for (2-nitrophenyl)acetic acid

ABSTRACT Mole fraction solubilities are reported for (2-nitrophenyl)acetic acid dissolved in 1-pentanol, 1-heptanol, 1-octanol, 2-butanol, 3-methyl-1-butanol, 2-pentanol, 4-methyl-2-pentanol, cyclopentanol, 2-ethoxyethanol, 2-propoxyethanol, 2-isopropoxyethanol, 1,4-dioxane, methyl acetate, propyl acetate, isopropyl acetate, butyl acetate, isobutyl acetate, tert-butyl acetate, pentyl acetate, methyl butyrate, dimethyl adipate and propanenitrile at 298.15 K. Solubilities were determined using a spectrophotometric method of chemical analysis. Experiment-based Abraham model solute descriptors are calculated for the molecular, monomeric form of (2-nitrophenyl)acetic acid by combining our experimental values with the published solubility data obtained from the published paper by Zhou and co-workers. The calculated solute descriptors describe the observed solubility data to within an overall standard deviation of 0.10 log units.

Prediction model for retention volumes of the three-phase solvent system in high-speed countercurrent chromatography.

Owing to its ability to separate substances with a broad scope of polarities, exploring the three-phase solvent systems (TPSSs) with high-speed countercurrent chromatography is a topic of interest in separation science, and their retention volumes should be more concerned. This study primarily investigates the behavior of retention volumes while examining the isolation abilities of the TPSS in the technique above. We took standard compounds, including sophoricoside, Sudan red 7B, and rotenone, which have a broad range of polarity, for investigation in this study and separated them using different four-liquid TPSSs made up of water, acetonitrile, methyl acetate, and n-hexane (WAMH). Our findings show that the retention volumes gradually alter in response to changes in phase polarity within the proposed solvent systems. With TPSSs, we preliminarily studied compound isolation and the promising formula of their retention volumes. The proposed solvent systems WAMH in different ratios showed high correlations and adjusted correlation coefficients above 0.9978 and 0.9913 for the actual and calculated retention volumes. This study will be particularly beneficial for researchers focusing on countercurrent chromatography with TPSSs, as it offers valuable time-saving insights.

Geographic Location, Population Dynamics, and Fruit Damage of an Invasive Citrus Mealybug: The Case of Delottococcus aberiae De Lotto in Eastern Spain.

The invasive mealybug Delottococcus aberiae De Lotto (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae) has rapidly spread in the Mediterranean basin since its detection in 2009 in the Valencia Community in eastern Spain. The use of sticky traps baited with its sex pheromone, (4,5,5-trimethyl-3-methylenecyclopent-1-en-1-yl)methyl acetate, has allowed to determine the geographical distribution of D. aberiae by means of the surveillance network described in the present work. The population monitoring of the pest over a five-year period (2019-2023) has revealed an increase from 31% to 70% of the affected citrus-growing area. The monitoring network has also allowed a better understanding of the pests' biological cycle throughout the year. The populations start growing from March to June and reach their maximum in July-August. During autumn, there is a gradual decline in the population. Although the highest annual populations were detected in 2022 and 2023, the greatest crop losses were recorded in 2020 and 2021, with mean values near 18%. Data suggest that the damage responsible for fruit deformation, and thus the economic losses, are related to the population levels in spring (April-May) rather than those in summer (July-August). The findings of this study can be valuable for future research and development of effective pest control strategies.