(S)-(-)-Limonene, 97%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

(S)-(-)-Limonene is used to inhibit the proliferation of colon cancer cells. It is also used in artificial essential oils in order to produce (+)-carvone. It is an active component of turpentine. Further, it is used in flavorings, fragrances, and cosmetics. It finds application as a solvent and wetting agent. In addition to this it is used to produce resins.

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.

Applications
(S)-(-)-Limonene is used to inhibit the proliferation of colon cancer cells. It is also used in artificial essential oils in order to produce (+)-carvone. It is an active component of turpentine. Further, it is used in flavorings, fragrances, and cosmetics. It finds application as a solvent and wetting agent. In addition to this it is used to produce resins.

Solubility
Miscible with alcohol. Immiscible with water.

Notes
Incompatible strong oxidizing agents, acids, strong bases and peroxides.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 5989-54-8
• Molecular Formula: C10H16
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 136.238
• MDL Number: MFCD00001558
• InChI Key: XMGQYMWWDOXHJM-SNVBAGLBSA-N
• Synonym: --limonene, l-limonene, s---limonene, s-limonene, --4s-limonene, --s-limonene, s-p-mentha-1,8-diene, unii-47maj1y2ne, 4s-limonene, p-mentha-1,8-diene, s--
• PubChem CID: 439250
• ChEBI: CHEBI:15383
• IUPAC Name: (4S)-1-methyl-4-prop-1-en-2-ylcyclohexene
• SMILES: CC1=CCC(CC1)C(=C)C

• Melting Point: -74°C
• Density: 0.844
• Boiling Point: 175°C to 177°C
• Flash Point: 48°C (118°F)
• Refractive Index: 1.472
• Quantity: 250 g
• UN Number: UN2052
• Beilstein: 2323991
• Merck Index: 14,5493
• Solubility Information: Miscible with alcohol. Immiscible with water.
• Optical Rotation: −90° (c=10 in Ethanol)
• Formula Weight: 136.23
• Percent Purity: 97%
• Chemical Name or Material: (S)-(-)-Limonene

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• (S)-(-)-Limonene

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 1
• ACUTE AQUATIC Acute 1
• Aspiration toxicity Category 1
• Flammable liquid Category 3
• Reproductive toxicity Category 2
• Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
• Skin sensitiser Category 1

Hazard Statement

• H226-Flammable liquid and vapour.
• H304-May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
• H315-Causes skin irritation.
• H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
• H361-Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
• H400-Very toxic to aquatic life.
• H410-Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statement

• P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
• P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P301+P310-IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor /
• P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
• P308+P313-IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
• P331-Do NOT induce vomiting.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : L-Limonene

RUO – Research Use Only