Description

Dipentene is a versatile, naturally derived terpene hydrocarbon widely valued for its pleasant citrus-like odor and excellent solvent properties. This high-purity chemical intermediate is crucial for formulators seeking a sustainable, effective, and low-odor alternative to traditional petroleum-based solvents. It serves as a key ingredient for manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, agrochemical, and industrial cleaning sectors, enabling the creation of high-performance products with a favorable environmental profile.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: A primary component in citrus and pine-based fragrance oils, air fresheners, and flavoring agents for food and beverages.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Used as a solvent and synergist in pesticides, herbicides, and insecticide concentrates to enhance efficacy and penetration.
• Industrial & Household Cleaners: Acts as a powerful, biodegradable degreaser and solvent in heavy-duty cleaners, hand soaps, and degreasing agents.
• Resin & Polymer Production: Serves as a reactive diluent and solvent in the manufacture of adhesives, coatings, and synthetic resins.
• Chemical Synthesis: An important starting material and intermediate for the synthesis of terpene-based chemicals, aroma chemicals, and pharmaceuticals.
• Printing Inks & Coatings: Employed as a solvent in specialty inks and coatings to adjust viscosity and drying characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dipentene
CAS No.	68956-56-9
Molecular Formula	C10H16
Molecular Weight	136.23 g/mol
Synonyms	dl-Limonene; (±)-Limonene; 1-Methyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)cyclohexene; Cinene; Cajeputene; Kautschin; Racemic Limonene; p-Mentha-1,8-diene; Dipenten
EINECS	273-264-6

Quality Control

Our Dipentene is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is tested against rigorous internal specifications, which typically include identity, purity, and impurity profile analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your application requirements.

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 and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation of quality. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic citrus-like
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.474
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.840 - 0.845
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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