3-Carene
(delta) 3-Carene is a bicyclic monoterpene naturally found in Gum turpentine. It presents as a colourless liquid with a strong woody odour. Extracted from pine tree oil, 3-Carene is primarily utilised as a key raw material in the production of synthetic fragrances.
Substance Identification
| Synonyms | δ-Carene | 3,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]hept-3-ene |
| CAS | 13466-78-9 |
| EINECS | 236-719-3 |
| FEMA | 3821 |
| HS.CODE | 29021900 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H16 |
| Moleclar Weight | 136.24 |
Toxicological Information
| LD50 oral, rat | 4.8g/kg min |
| LD50 dermal, rabbit | 0.863g/kg min |
Application & Uses
- Food Flavouring: Used as a flavouring in baked goods, cereals, cheese, frozen dairy, meat products, milk, beverages, and poultry.
- Chemical Intermediate & Solvent: Functions as an intermediate in agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries; can also be used as a plasticiser and infection-free solvent.
- Fragrance & Cosmetics Raw Material: Serves as a raw material for perfumes, cosmetics, and terpene resins.
- Flavour Compound Precursor: Used as a synthetic precursor for specific flavour compounds, such as 4-hydroxymethyl-2-carene, 4-acetyl-2-carene, and 3,4-carene epoxy.
- Pesticide Applications: Serves as a raw material for Chiral IR trans-chrysanthemic acid, which is used in the production of chiral pesticides.
- Food Preservative: Due to its bacteriostatic effect, it can be used as a food preservative and fresh-keeping agent.
Sales Specification
| ITEM | VALUE |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless to slightly yellow liquid |
| Odor | Woody, Pines |
| Refractive Index, @ n20/D | 1.472~1.473 |
| Relative Density, @ d20/4 | 0.862~0.865 |
| Solubility | Soluble in organic solvents, insoluble in water |
GHS Hazard Statements
| H-Code | H225 H301+H311+H331 H370 |
| P-Code | P210/233/240/241/242/243/260/264/270/271/280 |
| Response | P301+P310+P330 P303+P361+P353 P304+P340+P311 P308+P311 P370+P378 |
| Storage | P403+P233 P403+P235 P405 |
| Disposal | P501 |
Storage
- Store in a tightly closed container in a cool and dry place.
- Protect from light.
- If stored for more than 24 months, its quality should be checked before use.
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