Description

(-)-α-Cubebene CAS NO 17699-14-8 is a high-purity, naturally occurring sesquiterpene known for its distinct aromatic profile. This compound is valued for its role as a key fragrance and flavor intermediate, offering a unique woody-spicy character. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, aromatherapy, and fine chemical synthesis industries for creating complex scent compositions and natural product research.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: A key building block for creating sophisticated woody, spicy, and balsamic notes in perfumes, cosmetics, and fine fragrances.
• Flavor Formulation: Used as a flavoring agent to impart unique spicy and earthy nuances in specialty food and beverage products.
• Aromatherapy & Essential Oils: A valuable component in therapeutic essential oil blends and natural wellness products.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a chiral starting material or intermediate in the research and synthesis of bioactive natural products.
• Chemical Research & Standards: Used as a high-purity reference standard in analytical chemistry, chromatography, and natural product isolation studies.
• Specialty Chemicals: Employed in the synthesis of more complex sesquiterpenoids and other fine chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-α-Cubebene
CAS No.	17699-14-8
Molecular Formula	C15H24
Molecular Weight	204.35 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-α-Cubebene; (1S,2R,7S,8S)-4-Isopropyl-1,8-dimethyltricyclo[5.4.0.02,8]undecane; α-Cubebene; Cubebene; Cubeb camphor; (-)-α-Copaene (related isomer); 1,8-Dimethyl-4-(1-methylethyl)tricyclo[5.4.0.02,8]undecane
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Quality Control

Our (-)-α-Cubebene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods (GC, GC-MS, NMR) to confirm identity and potency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, specific rotation, and chromatographic profile is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile nature, store in a cool, well-ventilated place at recommended temperatures of 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	-15° to -25° (c=1 in CHCl3)
Refractive Index n20/D	1.490 - 1.500
Relative Density (20°C)	0.900 - 0.920

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