CAS 138-86-3: Limonene
Description:Limonene, with the CAS number 138-86-3, is a colorless, volatile liquid classified as a cyclic monoterpene. It is primarily found in the peels of citrus fruits, such as oranges and lemons, contributing to their characteristic aroma. Limonene has a distinctive citrus scent and is known for its pleasant fragrance, making it a popular ingredient in perfumes, cleaning products, and food flavorings. Chemically, it exists in two enantiomeric forms: D-limonene, which has a sweet orange scent, and L-limonene, which has a piney aroma. Limonene is also recognized for its potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water. Additionally, limonene is used as a solvent in various industrial applications and is considered a green alternative to petroleum-based solvents. Its low toxicity and biodegradability further enhance its appeal in both consumer products and industrial processes.
Formula:C10H16
InChI:InChI=1S/C10H16/c1-8(2)10-6-4-9(3)5-7-10/h4,10H,1,5-7H2,2-3H3
InChI key:InChIKey=XMGQYMWWDOXHJM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C=C(C)C1CC=C(C)CC1
- Synonyms:
- (.+-.)-1-Methyl-4-(1-Methylvinyl)Cyclohexene
- (.+-.)-Dipentene
- (.+-.)-Limonene
- (.+-.)-α-Limonene
- (4S)-1-methyl-4-(prop-1-en-2-yl)cyclohexene
- 1,8-p-Menthadiene
- 1-Methyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)cyclohexene
- 1-Methyl-4-(prop-1-en-2-yl)cyclohex-1-ene
- 1-Methyl-4-isopropenyl-1-cyclohexene
- 1-Methyl-4-isopropenylcyclohexene
- See more synonyms
- 1-Methyl-p-isopropenyl-1-cyclohexene
- 4-Isopropenyl-1-methyl-1-cyclohexene
- 4-Isopropenyl-1-methylcyclohexene
- <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-Limonene
- Cajeputen
- Cajeputene
- Cinen
- Cinene
- Cyclohexene, 1-Methyl-4-(1-Methylvinyl)-, (+)-
- Cyclohexene, 1-methyl-4-(1-methyl)ethenyl)-
- Cyclohexene, 1-methyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)-
- D,L-Limonen
- Dipenten
- Dipenteno, Bruto
- Eulimen
- Flavor orange
- Florasolv DPE
- Goldflush II
- Kautschin
- Lemosol
- Limonen
- Nesol
- Nsc 21446
- Nsc 844
- Orange X
- Orange flavor
- Pc 560
- Roti-Histol
- Sf 001
- p-Mentha-1,8-diene