p-mentha-1,5-diene

Independent reference data for p-mentha-1,5-diene (CAS 99-83-2), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Found in Ceylon ginger oil, Seychelles cinnamon oil, and eucalyptus oil; Used in flavors and perfumes; [Hawley] Used as a chemical intermediate; [HSDB]Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes

Synonyms and trade names

ALPHA-PHELLANDRENE; 99-83-2; p-Mentha-1,5-diene; Menthadiene; alpha-Fellandrene; Dihydro-p-cymene; alpha Phellandrene; 5-Isopropyl-2-methyl-1,3-cyclohexadiene; 4-Isopropyl-1-methyl-1,5-cyclohexadiene; Phellandrene, alpha-; 1-Isopropyl-4-methyl-2,4-cyclohexadiene; 1-Methyl-4-isopropyl-1,5-cyclohexadiene; 2-Methyl-5-isopropyl-1,3-cyclohexadiene; 5-isopropyl-2-methylcyclohexa-1,3-diene; 2-methyl-5-(1-methylethyl)-1,3-cyclohexadiene; FEMA No. 2856

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Citrus, Fresh, Mint, Pepper, Spice, Wood No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent

GHS hazard classification

Reported hazard statements	H226, H304 (95.5%), H317

H226 (> 99.9%): Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]

H304 (95.5%): May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways [Danger Aspiration hazard]

What the public record says

α-Phellandrene is identified by CAS 99-83-2, molecular formula C10H16 and molecular weight 136.12 g/mol. UNII 49JV13XE39; ChEBI 50035; InChIKey OGLDWXZKYODSOB-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 175 °C; Melting Point: 249.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Solubility: 5000 mg/L @ 25 °C (exp).

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.