CAS 7785-26-4: (-)-α-Pinene
Description:(-)-α-Pinene is a bicyclic monoterpene and a significant component of pine resin, contributing to the characteristic scent of pine trees. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature, with a characteristic fresh, pine-like aroma. This compound has a molecular formula of C10H16 and features a boiling point around 155-156°C. It is known for its chiral nature, existing in two enantiomeric forms, with (-)-α-Pinene being the naturally occurring form. (-)-α-Pinene is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and ether but has limited solubility in water. It exhibits various biological activities, including anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and potential anticancer properties. Additionally, it is utilized in the fragrance industry, as a flavoring agent, and in the production of various chemicals through further chemical transformations. Its role in the environment includes contributing to the formation of secondary organic aerosols, which can impact air quality and climate. Overall, (-)-α-Pinene is a versatile compound with significant ecological and industrial relevance.
Formula:C10H16
InChI:InChI=1S/C10H16/c1-7-4-5-8-6-9(7)10(8,2)3/h4,8-9H,5-6H2,1-3H3/t8-,9-/m0/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=GRWFGVWFFZKLTI-IUCAKERBSA-N
SMILES:C1=C(C)C2CC(C1)C2(C)C
- Synonyms:
- (-)-(1S)-α-Pinene
- (-)-2-Pinene
- (-)-alpha-Pinene
- (1R,5R)-2,6,6-trimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]hept-2-ene
- (1S)-2,6,6-Trimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]hept-2-ene
- (1S,5S)-(-)-α-Pinene
- (1S,5S)-2,6,6-Trimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]hept-2-ene
- (S)-(-)-Pinene
- (S)-(-)-α-Pinene
- 2-Pinene, (1S,5S)-(-)-
- See more synonyms
- Bicyclo[3.1.1]hept-2-ene, 2,6,6-trimethyl-, (1S)-
- Bicyclo[3.1.1]hept-2-ene, 2,6,6-trimethyl-, (1S,5S)-
- l-α-Pinene
- α-Pinene
