α-Terpinyl Acetate

98%

α-Terpinyl Acetate (α-TA) is a monoterpene ester and a secondary plant metabolite. It is specifically distinguished from generic “Terpinyl acetate” by its isolated, highly pure isomeric form. While “Terpinyl acetate” often refers to a mixture of isomers (α-, β-, and γ-), α-TA represents a defined chemical entity with consistent properties.

It is naturally found in various plants such as cardamom, thyme, lovage, and laurel, contributing to their aromatic profiles. α-Terpinyl Acetate possesses a sweet, herbal, floral, and distinctly lavender scent. Due to its characteristic aroma and recognised safety, it is widely used as a fragrance component and odorant in daily chemical products. Furthermore, its safety profile allows for its application as a food flavouring additive.

In industrial preparation, α-Terpinyl Acetate can be efficiently synthesised from α-Pinene in the presence of an H-β zeolite catalyst, ensuring a high-purity product.

Substance Identification

Synonyms p-Menth-1-en-8-yl Acetate | ACETIC ACID TERPINYL ESTER
CAS 80-26-2
EINECS 201-265-7
FEMA 3047
HS.CODE 29153900
Molecular Formula C12H20O2
Moleclar Weight 196.29

Toxicological Information

LD50 oral, rat 5075 mg/kg

Application & Uses

  • Daily Chemical Products: Serves as a key fragrance component, particularly for lavender formulations. Its applications span across soaps, shampoos, antiperspirants, lotions, air fresheners, cleaning and furniture care products, as well as laundry and dishwashing products.
  • Food Industry: Utilised as a food flavouring. Examples include flavours for round pomelo, citrus, orange, peach, apricot, cherry, lemon, cardamom, gan-oregano, thyme, and various other spices.
  • Tobacco Flavour: Also used as a tobacco flavour.
  • Termiticidal Agent: Functions as a termiticidal agent.

Features & Benefits

  • Appearance: A colourless to yellowish liquid.
  • Aroma: Possesses aromas similar to lavender and bergamot.
  • Solubility: Soluble in ethanol, ethyl acetate, ether, cyclohexane, and other organic solvents, but insoluble in water.
  • Biological Interaction: α-Terpinyl Acetate may act as a competitive substrate for human cytochrome P450 (2B6).

Sales Specification

ITEM VALUE
Appearance Colorless to yellowish liquid
Odor Aromas similar to lavender and bergamot
Ester content, % 98 min
LD50 oral, rat 5075 mg/kg

Package

  • Iron Drum, 20/185kg net each
  • can be custom

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GHS Hazard Statements

H-Code H411
P-Code P273
Response P391
Storage no data available
Disposal P501

Storage

  • Flammable materials should be stored in a dedicated safety storage cabinet or room.
  • Ensure all equipment containing the material is earthed.
  • Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
  • Keep containers tightly closed.
  • Store in a cool, well-ventilated place.

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