Description

Alpha+β-Thujone is a naturally occurring bicyclic monoterpene ketone, a key constituent found in various plants. This compound is significant for its distinct organoleptic properties and serves as a crucial reference standard and intermediate in analytical and synthetic chemistry. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research laboratories in the flavor & fragrance, phytochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for quality control, product development, and research applications.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as a key analytical reference standard for the identification and quantification of thujone in essential oils (e.g., wormwood, sage, tansy) and finished products to ensure regulatory compliance and authenticity.
• Phytochemical & Nutraceutical Research: Serves as a high-purity standard for the research and analysis of botanicals, herbal extracts, and dietary supplements.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a building block or precursor in the synthesis of more complex molecules for pharmaceutical research and development.
• Beverage Analysis: Critical for testing and verifying thujone levels in spirits such as absinthe and other botanically-derived alcoholic beverages to meet international food safety standards.
• Aroma Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a starting material or intermediate in the creation of specialized aroma chemicals and perfumery compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Used in chemical, biochemical, and toxicological studies to understand its properties, metabolism, and biological activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alpha+β-Thujone
CAS No.	76231-76-0
Molecular Formula	C10H16O
Molecular Weight	152.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Thujone (mixed isomers); 3-Thujanone; Tanacetone; 1-Isopropyl-4-methylbicyclo[3.1.0]hexan-3-one; Sabinyl ketone; α-Thujone; β-Thujone; (+)-3-Thujanone
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Quality Control

Our Alpha+β-Thujone is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, isomer ratio, and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation and to minimize headspace in opened containers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0% (Total Thujone)
Isomer Ratio (α:β)	Specified on COA
Refractive Index	To be provided on COA
Specific Gravity	To be provided on COA

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