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(-)-alpha-Pinene, 98%, cont. variable amounts of enantiomer, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
(-)-alpha-Pinene, 98%, cont. variable amounts of enantiomer, is used in food and beverage (incl. additives, contaminants), fragrance / essential oil, nutraceutical. It is also used as a anti- infective agent. It is used as a component of pine resin and a useful chiral synthetic intermediate. Alpha-pinene is the most widely encountered terpenoid in nature and is highly repellant to insects.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
(-)-alpha-Pinene, 98%, cont. variable amounts of enantiomer, is used in food and beverage (incl. additives, contaminants), fragrance / essential oil, nutraceutical. It is also used as a anti- infective agent. It is used as a component of pine resin and a useful chiral synthetic intermediate. Alpha-pinene is the most widely encountered terpenoid in nature and is highly repellant to insects.
Solubility
Soluble in chloroform, ether, alcohol, and methanol. Insoluble in water.
Notes
Light Sensitive. Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from oxidizing agents.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | -64°C |
Density | 0.856 |
Boiling Point | 154°C to 156°C |
Flash Point | 32°C (89°F) |
Refractive Index | 1.465 |
Quantity | 250 g |
UN Number | UN2368 |
Beilstein | 1903790 |
Merck Index | 14,7445 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in chloroform,ether,alcohol,and methanol. Insoluble in water. |
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