Description

(+)-Pulegone CAS NO 89-82-7 is a naturally occurring monoterpene ketone, recognized for its characteristic minty, herbaceous aroma. This compound is a key flavor and fragrance intermediate, prized for its organoleptic properties and utility in organic synthesis. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking a high-purity, reliable building block.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: A primary building block for synthesizing mint and herbal flavor notes, used in food flavorings, chewing gum, oral care products, and perfumery.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a chiral starting material or key intermediate in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Utilized in the research and production of pesticides and insecticides due to its biological activity profile.
• Aroma Chemicals: A direct component in the creation of complex aroma chemicals and essential oil reconstitutions.
• Research & Development: A valuable standard and reagent in organic chemistry research, particularly in studies involving terpene chemistry and natural product synthesis.
• Industrial Biocides: Investigated for use in formulations for its potential antimicrobial properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+)-Pulegone
CAS No.	89-82-7
Molecular Formula	C10H16O
Molecular Weight	152.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-(+)-Pulegone; p-Menth-4(8)-en-3-one; (R)-5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethylidene)cyclohexanone; (R)-p-Mentha-4(8)-en-3-one; d-Pulegone; (+)-(R)-Pulegone; L-Pulegone; FEMA 2963
EINECS	201-943-6

Quality Control

Our (+)-Pulegone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and chiral analysis, to ensure high chemical and optical purity and compliance with relevant industry standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and specification adherence.

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). 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)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Purity (Chiral GC/HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee (R)-(+)
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.483 - 1.489
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.930 - 0.940

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