CAS 2867-05-2
:α-Thujene
Description:
α-Thujene is a bicyclic monoterpene hydrocarbon characterized by its distinct structure and properties. It is primarily found in various essential oils, particularly those derived from coniferous plants. The compound is colorless to pale yellow in appearance and has a characteristic aromatic odor. α-Thujene is known for its volatility, making it a significant component in the fragrance and flavor industry. Its molecular formula is C10H16, and it features a bicyclic structure that contributes to its reactivity and interaction with other chemical species. α-Thujene exhibits low solubility in water but is soluble in organic solvents, which is typical for many terpenes. It is also recognized for its potential biological activities, including antimicrobial and insecticidal properties. Due to its natural occurrence and unique characteristics, α-Thujene is of interest in both industrial applications and research, particularly in the fields of organic chemistry and natural product synthesis.
Formula:C10H16
InChI:InChI=1S/C10H16/c1-7(2)10-5-4-8(3)9(10)6-10/h4,7,9H,5-6H2,1-3H3
InChI key:InChIKey=KQAZVFVOEIRWHN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(C)(C)C12C(C1)C(C)=CC2
Synonyms:- (.+-.)-α-Thujene
- 2-Methyl-5-(1-methylethyl)bicyclo[3.1.0]hex-2-ene
- 2-Methyl-5-(propan-2-yl)bicyclo[3.1.0]hex-2-ene
- 2-Methyl-5-isopropylbicyclo[3.1.0]-2-hexene
- 3-Thujene
- 5-Isopropil-2-Metilbiciclo[3.1.0]Hex-2-Eno
- 5-Isopropyl-2-Methylbicyclo[3.1.0]Hex-2-Ene
- 5-Isopropyl-2-methylbicyclo[3.1.0]hex-2-en
- Origanene
- Bicyclo(3.1.0)hex-2-ene, 2-methyl-5-(1-methylethyl)-
- Bicyclo[3.1.0]hex-2-ene, 2-methyl-5-(1-methylethyl)-
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CAS:<p>Applications α-Thujene can be isolated from Teucrium ramosissimum and Eucalyptus citriodora. It also exhibit antioxidant activity and may be a potential anticancer agent against human tumor cells (hepatocellular carcinoma (liver) HePG-2, mammary gland (breast) MCF-7 and colorectal carcinoma (colon) HCT-116).<br> Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package<br>References Ghazouani, N., et al.: Anal. Lett. 49, 1258 (2016); Ghareeb, M. A., et al.: Pharma Chemica 8, 192 (2016)<br></p>Formula:C10H16Color and Shape:ColourlessMolecular weight:136.23
