α-Terpinyl Acetate

α-Terpinyl Acetate (α-TA) is a monoterpene ester and a secondary plant metabolite. It is naturally found in plants such as cardamom, thyme, lovage, and laurel.

α-Terpinyl Acetate has a sweet herbal floral and lavender scent and can be used as a fragrance component and odorant for daily chemical products and daily products. Due to its safety, it can also be used as a food flavoring additive.

In industrial preparation, α-Terpinyl Acetate can be prepared from α-Pinene in the presence of H-β zeolite catalyst.

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: as fragrance formulation of lavender used in soaps, shampoos, antiperspirants and lotions, as well as air fresheners, cleaning and furniture care products, laundry and dishwashing products
  • Food industry: as food flavors. example for round pomelo, citrus, orange, peach, apricot, cherry, lemon, cardamom, gan-oregano, thyme, spices and other flavors;
  • Tobacco flavor etc
  • Used as termiticidal agent

Features & Benefits

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 separate safety storage cabinet or room
  • ground all equipment containing material
  • keep away from heat
  • keep away from sources of ignition
  • keep container tightly closed
  • keep in a cool, well-ventilated place

Remark

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