Overview
3-Carene (CAS 13466-78-9 ), also known as Delta-3-Carene, is a naturally occurring bicyclic monoterpene derived primarily from turpentine and conifer resins. It functions as both a specialty solvent and a fragrance ingredient.
This versatile chemical is used across personal care, food, and industrial applications. In printing and packaging, it serves as a bio-based solvent component in ink formulations, offering strong solvency for resins.
It provides a reduced reliance on petrochemical alternatives in various manufacturing processes. Personal care manufacturers incorporate it into fragrance blends for its fresh, sweet, and piney character.
It contributes to perfumes, shampoos, and cosmetic products. As a FEMA 3821-listed ingredient, it is approved for use as a flavoring agent in food and beverage applications where pine profiles are required.
Its solvency profile also makes it relevant as a carrier in terpene-based cleaning and coating formulations. The product is supplied as a clear liquid, typically at purities ranging from 90% to 98% or higher.
Higher-purity grades are available for flavor and fragrance end uses. Food and fragrance applications generally require material meeting FCC or equivalent quality standards for safety and compliance.
Documentation is provided to support flavor-grade compliance for regulated industries. Technical-grade material is available for solvent and industrial applications where lower purity thresholds are acceptable.
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Physical Properties
| Melting Point | <25 °C |
| Boiling Point | 171 °C |
| Density | 0.86 g/cm³ |
| Flash Point | 115 °F |
| Appearance | liquid |
| Color | Clear colorless to slightly yellow |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. citrus terpenic herbal pine solvent resinous phenolic cypress medicinal woody |
| Form | Liquid |
| Refractive Index | n 20/D 1.474(lit.) |
| Log P | 4.38 |
Safety & Handling
Danger GHS02 GHS07 GHS08 GHS09 Hazard Statements H226 Flammable liquid and vapor H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways H315 Causes skin irritation H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction H400 Very toxic to aquatic life H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects Precautionary Statements P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/…] equipment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P331 Do NOT induce vomiting. P391 Collect spillage. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations. P301+P316 Get emergency medical help immediately. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P332+P317 Get emergency medical help. P333+P317 Get emergency medical help. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P370+P378 Use … for extinction. P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29021990 |
| UN Number | 2319 |
| ADR Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Storage Class | 3 - Flammable liquids |
| WGK (Germany) | 2 |
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Chemical Properties
- CAS Number
- 13466-78-9
- EC Number
- 236-719-3
- Mol. Weight
- 136.23
- HS Code
- 29021990
- Category
- Solvents