3-Carene CAS NO 13466-78-9

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CAS No.:13466-78-9

Grade:Pharmacy Grade

Content:99.9%

Brand:Customizable

Packaging:Customizable

Description

3-Carene is a naturally occurring bicyclic monoterpene, a key component of turpentine oil and various pine resins. This compound matters for its distinctive woody, pine-like aroma and its role as a versatile chiral building block in organic synthesis. Industries that need it include fragrance and flavor manufacturing, agrochemical production, and fine chemical synthesis, where it serves as a precursor for high-value intermediates.

Application

As a key fragrance and flavor ingredient in perfumes, cosmetics, and household products for its fresh, woody-pine scent.
As a chiral starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and bioactive compounds.
As a feedstock in the production of agrochemicals, such as pesticides and herbicides.
As a component in industrial solvents and cleaning formulations.
In research and development for studying terpene chemistry and catalysis.
As a potential raw material for the synthesis of resins, polymers, and specialty chemicals.

Basic Information


Product Name	3-Carene
CAS No.	13466-78-9
Molecular Formula	C10H16
Molecular Weight	136.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Carene; δ-3-Carene; 4,7,7-Trimethyl-3-norcarene; 3,7,7-Trimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]hept-3-ene; δ-3-Carene; Car-3-ene
EINECS	236-719-3

Quality Control

Our 3-Carene is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

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 maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 90.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Refractive Index	Contact for details
Relative Density	Contact for details