Description

Himachalene is a naturally occurring sesquiterpene hydrocarbon, a key component of the essential oil of cedarwood and other aromatic plants. Its unique woody, balsamic, and slightly spicy aroma profile makes it a highly valuable material for creating complex and sophisticated fragrance accords. This compound is essential for perfumers and flavorists seeking to impart natural, warm, and long-lasting olfactory characteristics. It is primarily utilized in the fragrance and flavor, cosmetic, and aromatherapy industries.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: Serves as a core middle-to-base note in perfumery for creating woody, amber, and oriental accords in fine fragrances, personal care products, and home scents.
• Flavor Enhancement: Used as a flavoring agent to add subtle woody, spicy, or balsamic nuances to food and beverage products.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Incorporated into skincare and cosmetic formulations for its aromatic properties and potential soothing effects.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: A key constituent in essential oil blends for diffusers and massage oils, valued for its grounding and calming aromatic qualities.
• Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a starting material or intermediate in the organic synthesis of more complex fragrance molecules and fine chemicals.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for studying terpene chemistry, natural product synthesis, and olfactory receptor interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Himachalene
CAS No.	1461-03-6
Molecular Formula	C15H24
Molecular Weight	204.35 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Cycloprop[e]azulene, 1a,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7b-octahydro-1,1,4,7-tetramethyl-; α-Himachalene; β-Himachalene; Himachalenes; Cedrene related terpene; Woody terpene; Sesquiterpene hydrocarbon (C15H24)
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Quality Control

Our Himachalene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. While not a pharmacopoeial material, our quality standards are designed to meet the rigorous demands of the fragrance, flavor, and fine chemical industries. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential changes in composition. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability, though short-term storage at 15-25°C is acceptable.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 90.0% (Total Himachalene isomers)
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.900 - 0.920
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.490 - 1.510

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.