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(S)-(+)-Carvone, 96%
Description
Carvones are used in the food and flavor industry. It is also used in air freshening products. Oils containing carvones are used in aromatherapy and alternative medicine. In organic synthesis, it is used as a starting material for the synthesis of terpenoid quassin natural product.
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Carvones are used in the food and flavor industry. It is also used in air freshening products. Oils containing carvones are used in aromatherapy and alternative medicine. In organic synthesis, it is used as a starting material for the synthesis of terpenoid quassin natural product.
Solubility
Miscible with diethyl ether, ethanol and chloroform. Immiscible with water.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong reducing agents. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Specifications
Specifications
| Density | 0.959 |
| Boiling Point | 228°C to 230°C |
| Flash Point | 93°C (199°F) |
| Odor | Pleasant |
| Refractive Index | 1.498 |
| Quantity | 100 g |
| Beilstein | 2042970 |
| Merck Index | 14,1874 |
| Solubility Information | Miscible with diethyl ether,ethanol and chloroform. Immiscible with water. |
| Optical Rotation | +59° (Neat) |
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