Molecular Formula | C10H16 |
Molar Mass | 136.23 |
Density | 0.837g/mLat 25°C(lit.) |
Melting Point | -59.03°C (estimate) |
Boling Point | 173-175°C(lit.) |
Specific Rotation(α) | n20/D 1.478 (lit.) |
Flash Point | 115°F |
JECFA Number | 1339 |
Water Solubility | Soluble in ether, alcohol, and ethanol (100 mg/ml). Insoluble in water. |
Solubility | It is miscible with ethanol and ether, and is almost insoluble in water. |
Vapor Presure | 2.22hPa at 25℃ |
Appearance | Colorless oily liquid |
Specific Gravity | 0.84 |
Color | Clear colorless to light yellow |
Merck | 14,9170 |
BRN | 1853379 |
Storage Condition | 2-8°C |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.478(lit.) |
MDL | MFCD00001534 |
Physical and Chemical Properties | Colorless liquid with citrus and lemon-like aromas. Boiling point 173 ℃, soluble in ethanol and most non-volatile oils, insoluble in water. Natural products exist in cardamom oil, sweet oregano oil, coriander seed oil, etc. |
Risk Codes | R10 - Flammable R22 - Harmful if swallowed R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. R51/53 - Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. S61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions / safety data sheets. S62 - If swallowed, do not induce vomitting; seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. |
UN IDs | UN 2319 3/PG 3 |
WGK Germany | 2 |
RTECS | OS8060000 |
FLUKA BRAND F CODES | 10-23 |
TSCA | Yes |
HS Code | 29021990 |
Hazard Class | 3.2 |
Packing Group | III |
Toxicity | The acute oral LD50 value in rats was reported as 1.68 g/kg (1*46-1 -90 g/kg) (Moreno, 1973). Because of its action as a liver poison and methaemoglobin former, α-terpinene should be used very sparingly, or not at all, in foods (B?r & Griepentrog, 1967). |