Molekula
Limonene C10H16
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Limonene (C10H16) is a naturally occurring cyclic terpene found in citrus fruit peels, widely used as a solvent, fragrance, and flavoring agent in food, cosmetics, and cleaning products. It is also employed in industrial applications like degreasing and as a green alternative to synthetic solvents. This chemical has a CAS number of 138-86-3, a molecular weight of 136.23, and requires storage between 2 to 8°C. It carries a signal word of *Warning* for safety classification. Molekula supplies Limonene from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £59.20 per pack ex VAT · £71.04 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.4700 - 1.4800 |
| Specific Gravity | 0.8350 - 0.8500 |
| Optical Rotation | 95 - 110 |
| Purity | >96% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 43 °C |
| Transport Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless liquid |
| Odour | Pleasant lemon-like |
| Melting Point | -95.5 °C |
| Boiling Point | 177.8 °C |
| Water Solubility | 7.57 mg/L at 25 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 1.55 mmHg at 25 °C (extrapolated) |
| Refractive Index | 1.4744 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 4.57 |
Source: PubChem CID 22311 (HSDB, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90027016 |
| CAS Number | 138-86-3 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-methyl-4-prop-1-en-2-ylcyclohexene |
| EC Number | 205-341-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H16 |
| Molecular Weight | 136.23 |
| Exact Mass | 136.1252 |
| SMILES | CC1=CCC(CC1)C(=C)C |
| InChIKey | XMGQYMWWDOXHJM-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C10H16/c1-8(2)10-6-4-9(3)5-7-10/h4,10H,1,5-7H2,2-3H3 |
| PubChem CID | 22311 |
| UN Number | UN2052 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2902190050 |
| Tariff Code | 2902190000 |
Safety & GHS
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Flammable
GHS02
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H226 Flammable liquid and vapour
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 1-methyl-4-prop-1-en-2-ylcyclohexene
- Cajeputene
- Cinene
- Dipenten
- Dipentene
- DL-Limonene
- Eulimen
- Kautschin
- LIMONENE
- Nesol
Frequently asked questions
What is limonene (C10H16) commonly used for?
Limonene is primarily used as a fragrance in cleaning products, cosmetics, and air fresheners, as well as a solvent in industrial and food applications.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of limonene?
The molecular formula is **C10H16**, and the molecular weight is **136.23 g/mol**.
How should limonene be stored?
Store limonene at **2–8°C** in a tightly sealed container, away from heat and ignition sources.
What grades of limonene does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **food-grade, pharmaceutical-grade, and industrial-grade limonene**, depending on application requirements.
Can Molekula supply limonene in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula offers limonene in bulk, with customizable packaging options for large-scale industrial or commercial needs.
What documentation comes with a limonene order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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