Description

Eucalyptus Dives Oil is a natural essential oil steam-distilled from the leaves of the Eucalyptus dives tree, characterized by its high piperitone content. This composition makes it a valuable and versatile raw material for industrial and fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical sectors for its unique aromatic profile and chemical reactivity.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as a key ingredient and intermediate in the synthesis of menthol isomers and other aroma chemicals, imparting fresh, camphoraceous notes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a starting material for the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and therapeutic agents due to its piperitone content.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Utilized in the manufacture of pesticides, herbicides, and insect repellents as a bioactive component or synthetic precursor.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Incorporated into blends for its purported respiratory and decongestant properties in diffuser oils and topical preparations.
• Industrial Cleaning & Sanitation: Acts as a natural disinfectant and deodorizing agent in eco-friendly cleaning products and air fresheners.
• Research & Development: Employed in organic chemistry labs as a chiral pool reagent for the synthesis of complex molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Eucalyptus Dives Oil
CAS No.	90028-48-1
Molecular Formula	Complex mixture; Main component: C10H18O (Piperitone)
Molecular Weight	Varies by component; Piperitone: 152.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Eucalyptus dives essential oil; Peppermint Eucalyptus Oil; Piperitone Eucalyptus Oil; Eucalyptus Oil dives type; Eucalyptus amygdalina var. dives oil; Blue Peppermint Eucalyptus Oil (Broad-leaved); Eucalyptus dives leaf oil
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Eucalyptus Dives Oil is produced and tested to ensure consistent quality and composition. We employ advanced analytical techniques including GC/MS and FTIR for identification and purity verification. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing piperitone content, optical rotation, refractive index, and specific gravity is provided with each batch 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 temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). 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 and to minimize degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic, fresh, camphoraceous, minty
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (Piperitone by GC)	Min. 40%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.905 - 0.925
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.458 - 1.470
Optical Rotation (20°C)	-5° to +5°
Solubility	Soluble in alcohol and most organic solvents; very slightly soluble in water

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