Description

(-)-Carvyl Propionate CAS NO 97-45-0 is a high-purity, optically active monoterpenoid ester valued for its unique organoleptic profile and chemical functionality. This compound is essential for creating sophisticated and naturalistic flavor and fragrance compositions, offering a distinct woody, spicy, and slightly fruity character. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, food & beverage, and fine chemical synthesis industries for premium product formulations.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key intermediate and ingredient for creating complex, natural-smelling woody, spicy, and herbal notes in perfumes, colognes, air fresheners, and personal care products.
• Food & Beverage Flavoring: Used as a flavoring agent to impart spicy, minty, or fruity nuances to confectionery, beverages, baked goods, and savory food products.
• Aromatherapy & Essential Oils: Serves as a component in blended essential oils and aromatherapy products for its distinctive and pleasant aromatic properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a chiral building block or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Household & Industrial Products: Incorporated into detergents, soaps, and cleaning agents to provide a fresh, clean, and natural scent profile.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-Carvyl Propionate
CAS No.	97-45-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₀O₂
Molecular Weight	208.30 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Carveyl Propionate; (1S,5S)-2-Methyl-5-(prop-1-en-2-yl)cyclohex-2-en-1-yl propanoate; L-Carvyl Propionate; (1S,5S)-p-Menth-6-ene-2-ol, propanoate; (1S,5S)-6,8(9)-p-Menthadien-2-yl propionate; (1S,5S)-2-Methyl-5-(1-methylethenyl)-2-cyclohexen-1-ol propanoate; Propionic acid, carveyl ester; FEMA 2251
EINECS	202-585-8

Quality Control

Our (-)-Carvyl Propionate is produced and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We adhere to relevant industry standards for flavor and fragrance ingredients. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, optical rotation, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific application 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; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Optical Rotation [α]20/D	-40° to -50° (c=1 in ethanol)
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.475 - 1.485
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.950 - 0.970
Solubility	Miscible with alcohol, oils; insoluble in water

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