CAS: 138-86-3
Dipentene (also known as DL-menthene) a naturally occurring body oil of the peel in citrus oils. Its unique chemical structure and properties make it stand apart from the other terpene compounds, which is why it has found itself in a variety of applications within the plastics, and rubber industries. It is important to the polymer through its improvement in the performance benefits and get solving which contribute to high-quality material production.
Properties of Dipentene:
CAS Number: 138-86-3
Molecular Formula: C10H16
Specific Gravity @ 25C: Min. 0.84 , Max. 0.878
Boiling Point: 173-190°C
Water Solubility: 2.75mg/L at 20℃
Physical Properties
Color: Colorless or slightly yellow liquid.
Odor: Characteristic citrus, fresh, and pleasant scent.
Taste: Known for a fresh, citrus-like, and slightly sweet flavor.
Physical state: Liquid at room temperature.
Texture: Oily, with a viscous consistency.
Solubility: Soluble in organic solvents such as alcohols, esters, ethers, and essential oils; slightly soluble in water.
Uses on Plastic & Rubber
This is an important ingredient of the plastic and rubber industry as a plasticizer and solvent. It boosts flexibility, longevity and performance for polymer-based products. When manufacturing flexible PVC, it has special important usage in that it is applied for making wrapping or packaging materials just as automotive applications. Its ability to lower viscosity is very efficient in enabling the processing which is why it earns the top choice for manufacturers when trying to increase productivity without sacrificing product.
Other Industries of Application
Dipentene is heavily used in other areas too, as we detail below: Oil & Gas: Drilling fluids (to be used as solvent and fuel additive)
HI&I (Household, industrial & Institutional): Used it in cleaning products because it is effective remover of grease and other solvents
Food & Nutrition: Natural flavoring and food additive.
Agriculture: Applied as an insect repellent and a carrier for pesticide formulations.
Aromatizers: It is used for manufacturing some essential oils and flavorings owing to its distinctive scent.