Description

Dipentene is a versatile, naturally derived terpene hydrocarbon widely recognized for its pleasant citrus-like odor and excellent solvent properties. This compound is a critical intermediate and functional ingredient across numerous industrial sectors, valued for its solvency, reactivity, and role as a building block for more complex chemicals. Key industries that rely on Dipentene include fragrance and flavor manufacturing, agrochemicals, adhesives, resins, and cleaning formulations.

Application

• Solvent and Diluent: An effective, high-boiling solvent in paints, coatings, adhesives, and industrial cleaning products.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Used as a key component in perfumes, cosmetics, air fresheners, and food flavorings for its fresh citrus character.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial starting material for the synthesis of resins, insecticides, and other fine chemicals.
• Adhesive and Resin Formulation: Acts as a tackifier and modifier in pressure-sensitive adhesives and various synthetic resins.
• Cleaning and Degreasing: Employed in heavy-duty degreasers and specialty cleaning solutions for its ability to dissolve oils and greases.
• Agrochemicals: Used as a solvent and co-formulant in pesticide and herbicide formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dipentene
CAS No.	7705-14-8
Molecular Formula	C10H16
Molecular Weight	136.23 g/mol
Synonyms	dl-Limonene; (±)-Limonene; 1-Methyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)cyclohexene; Cinene; Cajeputene; Kautschin; p-Mentha-1,8-diene; Racemic Limonene; Dipenten
EINECS	231-732-0

Quality Control

Our Dipentene is produced and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive quality documentation, including detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, verifying parameters such as purity, optical rotation, and impurity profiles. Our commitment to quality ensures the product meets the requirements for its intended industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

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
Optical Rotation	± 2°

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