Dihydromyrcene

Description

Dihydromyrcene · CAS 2436-90-0 · C10H18. UNII LS5LA2BUG0. Vapor Pressure: 2.57 [mmHg].

Identification

CAS Registry Number	2436-90-0
PubChem CID	17090
Molecular formula	C10H18
IUPAC name	3,7-dimethylocta-1,6-diene
UNII (FDA)	LS5LA2BUG0

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	138.25
XLogP3	4.2
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	0
Rotatable Bond Count	4
Exact Mass	138.140850574
Monoisotopic Mass	138.140850574
Topological Polar Surface Area	0
Heavy Atom Count	10
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Vapor Pressure	2.57 [mmHg]

Physical description & handling notes

• Liquid; CBI
• Liquid; [EPA ChAMP: Hazard Characterization: Monoterpene Hydrocarbons Category - 2009] Clear colorless liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]

GHS Hazard Classification

Reported hazard statements	H226 (100%), H304 (97.6%), H315 (88.6%), H317 (86.3%), H412 (15.2%)

Documented Uses

• Monoterpene hydrocarbons are found in all plants and common in foods; Used as intermediates, odor agents, flavoring agents, and solvents for cleaning and degreasing in products including soaps, detergents, automotive care products, rubber and plastic products, polishes, and sanitation products; [EPA ChAMP: Hazard Characterization: Monoterpene Hydrocarbons Category - 2009]
• Metal Degreasing [Category: Clean]
• Information on 16 consumer products that contain Dihydromyrcene in the following categories is provided:
• 2022: 1,000,000 - <2,500,000 lb
• 2021: 1,000,000 - <2,500,000 lb
• 2020: 1,000,000 - <2,500,000 lb

Synonyms

3,7-Dimethylocta-1,6-diene; DIHYDROMYRCENE; Citronellene; 3,7-Dimethyl-1,6-octadiene; 1,6-Octadiene, 3,7-dimethyl-; .beta.-Citronellene; DTXSID8029234; UNII-LS5LA2BUG0; LS5LA2BUG0; EINECS 219-433-3; 3,7-Dimethyl-octa-1,6-diene; BETA-CITRONELLENE; 2,6-Dimethyl 2,7-octadiene; DTXCID809234; EC 219-433-3; RefChem:133886

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Dihydromyrcene?

CAS 2436-90-0; molecular formula C10H18; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Dihydromyrcene known by?

3,7-Dimethylocta-1,6-diene, DIHYDROMYRCENE, Citronellene, 3,7-Dimethyl-1,6-octadiene, 1,6-Octadiene, 3,7-dimethyl-, .beta.-Citronellene.

Is Dihydromyrcene classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H226, H304, H315, H317, H412.

What are the key physical properties of Dihydromyrcene?

Vapor Pressure: 2.57 [mmHg].

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