Description

Cubebene is a naturally occurring sesquiterpene hydrocarbon, a key aromatic constituent found in cubeb pepper (*Piper cubeba*). This compound is valued for its unique woody, spicy, and slightly camphoraceous aroma profile, making it a sought-after ingredient in sophisticated fragrance and flavor formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, aromatherapy, and specialty chemical industries seeking to impart complex, natural olfactory characteristics to their products.

Application

• Fragrance Compound: A key middle note in perfumery for creating warm, spicy, woody, and oriental accords in fine fragrances, personal care products, and home scents.
• Flavoring Agent: Used to impart a characteristic peppery, warm, and slightly bitter nuance to food and beverage flavorings, particularly in savory applications and specialty spirits.
• Aromatherapy & Essential Oil Blending: Serves as a valuable component in therapeutic essential oil blends for its grounding and stimulating aromatic properties.
• Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a starting material or intermediate in the organic synthesis of more complex fragrance molecules and fine chemicals.
• Natural Product Extraction & Standard: Used as a reference standard in GC-MS and HPLC analysis for the quality control of cubeb oil and other botanical extracts.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cubebene
CAS No.	13744-15-5
Molecular Formula	C15H24
Molecular Weight	204.35 g/mol
Synonyms	δ-Cadinene; (-)-δ-Cadinene; (1R,4aR,8aR)-4,7-Dimethyl-1-(propan-2-yl)-1,2,4a,5,6,8a-hexahydronaphthalene; Cubebene; Cadinene; 4,7-Dimethyl-1-(1-methylethyl)-1,2,4a,5,6,8a-hexahydro-1-naphthalene; Cubebenes
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cubebene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and GC-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS), to ensure identity, purity, and olfactory consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications and industry standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and compositional change. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 85.0% (δ-Cadinene)
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.495 - 1.505
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.905 - 0.925
Optical Rotation	Contact for details

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