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Thermo Scientific™ (+)-Limonene, 96%, unstabilized
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Specifications:
| Application | Organic Synthesis | ||
| Storage Temperature | Ambient | ||
| Product Type | Laboratory Chemical | Forms | Liquid |
| Product Brand | Thermo Fisher Scientific™, thermo Scientific | ||
| Product Grade | Analytical grade | Formula | C₁₀H₁₆ |
Thermo Scientific™ (+)-Limonene (≥96%, unstabilized) is a naturally occurring monoterpene hydrocarbon with a characteristic citrus aroma. Sourced from renewable biogenic materials, limonene is widely used as a fragrance component, flavoring agent, solvent, and chiral building block in chemical synthesis.
This product is supplied in high purity and unstabilized form, making it ideal for both laboratory research and industrial formulation where reactivity and versatility are critical.
Key Features
- High Purity: ≥96% (+)-Limonene.
- Unstabilized Form: Suitable for synthetic and research applications.
- Natural Origin: Biogenic, derived from citrus sources.
- Fragrance & Flavoring: Widely used in perfumery, food, and cosmetics.
- Solvent & Cleaner: Effective, biodegradable alternative to petroleum-based solvents.
- Synthetic Intermediate: Valuable chiral molecule for chemical synthesis.
Applications
- Fragrance & Flavoring: Commonly used in cleaning products, perfumes, and food flavorings.
- Industrial Solvent: Eco-friendly solvent for resins, oils, waxes, and as a degreasing agent.
- Chemical Synthesis: Chiral building block for organic and pharmaceutical chemistry.
- Green Chemistry: Renewable and biodegradable substitute for harsh solvents.
- Research Use: Reagent for monoterpene chemistry and natural product studies.
Specifications
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 5989-27-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C₁₀H₁₆ |
| Molecular Weight | 136.24 g/mol |
| Purity | ≥96% |
| Form | Liquid |
| Specific Gravity (20 °C) | 0.835 – 0.850 |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid with citrus odor |
| Packaging | Glass bottles (various volumes) |
| Storage | Store in cool, dry place; sensitive to oxidation |
| Safety | Research Use Only (RUO) |
Packaging & Ordering Information
| Catalog Number | Quantity | Packaging |
|---|---|---|
| 179390050 | 5 mL | Glass bottle |
| 179395000 | 500 mL | Glass bottle |
| 179390025 | 2.5 L | Glass bottle |
Thermo Scientific™ (+)-Limonene, 96%, unstabilized is a high-purity monoterpene valued for its citrus scent, solvent power, and chemical versatility. With broad applications in flavors, fragrances, industrial formulations, and chemical synthesis, it is a sustainable and multifunctional ingredient for both laboratory and industrial use.
- Pack Size: 5 mL 500 mL Glass bottle, 2.5L