Description

(+)-Dihydrocarvone CAS NO 5948-04-9 is a high-purity, optically active monoterpenoid ketone, valued for its characteristic minty, caraway-like aroma and its utility as a versatile chiral building block. Its defined stereochemistry makes it a critical intermediate for the synthesis of fine chemicals, flavors, and fragrances, ensuring consistent performance and quality in downstream applications. This product is essential for manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality chiral intermediates.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance (F&F) Industry: A key ingredient and intermediate for creating mint, spearmint, and caraway flavor profiles in food, beverages, and oral care products.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a chiral synthon in the asymmetric synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of specialty pesticides and herbicides where specific stereochemistry is required for biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable starting material in academic and industrial R&D for exploring novel synthetic routes and producing fine chemicals.
• Aroma Chemicals: Employed in the formulation of complex perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care items to impart fresh, herbal notes.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+)-Dihydrocarvone
CAS No.	5948-04-9
Molecular Formula	C10H16O
Molecular Weight	152.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(+)-Dihydrocarvone; (4R)-p-Menth-8-en-2-one; (R)-Dihydrocarvone; (R)-(+)-Dihydrocarvone; (R)-6,8(9)-p-Menthadien-2-one; (R)-p-Mentha-8-en-2-one; (4R)-4-Isopropenyl-1-methylcyclohexan-2-one; d-Dihydrocarvone
EINECS	227-689-4

Quality Control

Our (+)-Dihydrocarvone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets exacting specifications for identity, potency, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or when dispensing large quantities. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0% (R)-(+) enantiomer
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.478 - 1.484
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.925 - 0.935

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