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Catalog Number:
37429
CAS Number:
5989-27-5
(R)-(+)-Limonene
Purity:
93 - 100% (GC)
Synonym(s):
(R)-(+)-Limonene, (+)-p-Mentha-1,8-diene
Hazmat
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Product Information
Synonyms
(R)-(+)-Limonene, (+)-p-Mentha-1,8-diene
CAS Number
5989-27-5
Purity
93 - 100% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C10H16
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00062991
PubChem ID
22311
Melting Point
176 - 177 °C (Lit.)
Density
0.84 g/mL (Lit.)
Appearance
Colorless liquid
Refractive Index
n20/D 1.466 - 1.470
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
(R)-(+)-Limonene, (+)-p-Mentha-1,8-diene
CAS Number
5989-27-5
Purity
93 - 100% (GC)
Molecular Formula
C10H16
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00062991
PubChem ID
22311
Melting Point
176 - 177 °C (Lit.)
Density
0.84 g/mL (Lit.)
Appearance
Colorless liquid
Refractive Index
n20/D 1.466 - 1.470
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

(R)-(+)-Limonene is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Commonly used as a natural flavoring agent in food products and as a fragrance in cosmetics and cleaning products, providing a pleasant citrus scent.
  • Pharmaceutical Applications: Investigated for its potential therapeutic properties, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, making it a candidate for natural health products.
  • Biopesticides: Employed as a natural insect repellent and pesticide, offering an eco-friendly alternative to synthetic chemicals in agriculture.
  • Solvent in Chemical Reactions: Used as a solvent in various organic reactions, particularly in the synthesis of other compounds, due to its low toxicity and high volatility.
  • Cleaning Products: Incorporated into eco-friendly cleaning formulations, leveraging its grease-cutting properties and pleasant aroma to enhance user experience.

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