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General Material Information

Preferred name alpha-pinene
Trivial Name (±)-α-Pinene
Short Description DL-pin-2(3)-ene
Formula C10 H16
CAS Number 80-56-8
Deleted CAS Number 2437-95-8
FEMA Number 2902
Flavis Number 1.004
ECHA Number 201-291-9
FDA UNII JPF3YI7O34
Nikkaji Number J3.210G
Beilstein Number 3194807
MDL MFCD00001339
COE Number 2113
xLogP3-AA 2.80 (est)
Bio Activity Summary External link
NMR Predictor External link
JECFA Food Flavoring 1329 alpha-pinene
FDA Patent No longer provide for the use of these seven synthetic flavoring substances
FDA Mainterm 80-56-8 ; ALPHA-PINENE
Synonyms
  • DL- pin-2(3)-ene
  • dextro,laevo- pin-2(3)-ene
  • .alpha.- pinene
  • 2-pinene
  • a- pinene
  • alpha- pinene (natural)
  • alpha- pinene (refined) (natural)
  • pinene alpha
  • pinene alpha naturel
  • pinene alpha PF
  • alpha- pinene natural
  • alpha- pinene P & F
  • alpha- pinene P and F
  • alpha- pinene PF
  • alpha- pinene, natural
  • 2,6,6-trimethyl bicyclo-3,1,1-2-heptene
  • 2,6,6-trimethyl bicyclo(3.1.1)hept-2-ene
  • 4,7,7-trimethyl bicyclo(3.1.1)hept-3-ene
  • 4,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]hept-3-ene
  • 4,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]hept-3-ene
  • Bicyclo[3.1.1]hept-2-ene, 2,6,6-trimethyl-
  • 2-Pinene
  • 2,6,6-Trimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]hept-2-ene
  • α-Pinene
  • PC 500
  • (±)-2-Pinene
  • (±)-α-Pinene
  • PC 500 (terpene)
  • Acintene A
  • NSC 7727
  • Sylvapine A
  • Leavo 95

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Literature & References

Leffingwell:Chirality or Article
4,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]hept-3-ene
NIST Chemistry WebBook:Search Inchi
Canada Domestic Sub. List:80-56-8
Pubchem (cid):6654
Pubchem (sid):134972323
Flavornet:80-56-8
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Publications by PubMed
Chemical description and essential oil yield variability of different accessions of Salvia lavandulifolia.
Milk volatile organic compounds and fatty acid profile in cows fed timothy as hay, pasture, or silage.
Inhibitory effects of fruit flavors on methane production during anaerobic digestion.
Comparative study on the antioxidant capacity and cholinesterase inhibitory activity of Citrus aurantifolia Swingle, C. aurantium L., and C. bergamia Risso and Poit. peel essential oils.
The compositions of volatiles and aroma-active compounds in dried omija fruits (Schisandra chinensis Baillon) according to the cultivation areas.
Microbial oxidation of (-)-α-pinene to verbenol production by newly isolated strains.
Comparative analysis of essential oils from eight herbal medicines with pungent flavor and cool nature by GC-MS and chemometric resolution methods.
Evaluation of aroma-active compounds in Pontianak orange peel oil ( Citrus nobilis Lour. Var. microcarpa Hassk.) by gas chromatography-olfactometry, aroma reconstitution, and omission test.
Comparison of sugar, acids, and volatile composition in raspberry bushy dwarf virus-resistant transgenic raspberries and the wild type 'meeker' (rubus idaeus L.).
Chemical composition of volatile extract and biological activities of volatile and less-volatile extracts of juniper berry (Juniperus drupacea L.) fruit.
Application of biotransformation in flavor and fragrance industry.
Volatile organic compounds of Angelica gigas Nakai, Korean medicinal herb.
Character impact odorants of fennel fruits and fennel tea.
Effect of different locations on the chemical composition of essential oils of laurel (Laurus nobilis L.) leaves growing wild in Turkey.
Characterization of odorants causing an atypical aroma in white pepper powder (Piper nigrum L.) based on quantitative measurements and orthonasal breakthrough thresholds.
Gain and loss of fruit flavor compounds produced by wild and cultivated strawberry species.
Volatile constituents and key odorants in leaves, buds, flowers, and fruits of Laurus nobilis L.
Characterization of volatiles in bullock's heart (Annona reticulata L.) fruit cultivars from Cuba.
Effects of pulsed electric field processing and storage on the quality and stability of single-strength orange juice.
Characterization of volatiles in Costa Rican guava [Psidium friedrichsthalianum (Berg) Niedenzu] fruit.
Characterization of volatiles in strawberry guava (Psidium cattleianum Sabine) fruit.
Characterization of the odor-active volatiles in citrus Hyuganatsu (Citrus tamurana Hort. ex Tanaka).
Development of rancidity in wheat germ analyzed by headspace gas chromatography and sensory analysis.
Flavor compounds of pine sprout tea and pine needle tea.
Encapsulation of lemon oil by paste method using beta-cyclodextrin: encapsulation efficiency and profile of oil volatiles.
High-temperature forced-air treatment alters the quantity of flavor-related, volatile constituents present in navel and Valencia oranges.
Characterization of the key aroma compounds in dried fruits of the West African peppertree Xylopia aethiopica (Dunal) A. Rich (Annonaceae) using aroma extract dilution analysis.
Antioxidant, antiproliferative and antimicrobial activities of the volatile oil from the wild pepper Piper capense used in Cameroon as a culinary spice.
Gaseous pollutants emitted from a mechanical biological treatment plant for municipal solid waste: odor assessment and photochemical reactivity.
Comparative assessment of a biofilter, a biotrickling filter and a hollow fiber membrane bioreactor for odor treatment in wastewater treatment plants.
Characterization of olfactory sensilla of the olive fly: behavioral and electrophysiological responses to volatile organic compounds from the host plant and bacterial filtrate.
Effects of starvation on the olfactory responses of the blood-sucking bug Rhodnius prolixus.
Olfactory discrimination ability of South African fur seals (Arctocephalus pusillus) for enantiomers.
Odor abatement in biotrickling filters: effect of the EBRT on methyl mercaptan and hydrophobic VOCs removal.
Both gas chromatography and an electronic nose reflect chemical polymorphism of juniper shrubs browsed or avoided by sheep.
Chemosensory irritations and pulmonary effects of acute exposure to emissions from oriented strand board.
Effect of volatile emissions, especially alpha-pinene, from persimmon trees infested by Japanese wax scales or treated with methyl jasmonate on recruitment of ladybeetle predators.
Specificity and redundancy in the olfactory system of the bark beetle Ips typographus: single-cell responses to ecologically relevant odors.
Relationship between sick building syndrome and indoor environmental factors in newly built Japanese dwellings.
Manuka oil and phoebe oil are attractive baits for Xyleborus glabratus (Coleoptera: Scolytinae), the vector of laurel wilt.
Beetle visitations, and associations with quantitative variation of attractants in floral odors of Homalomena propinqua (Araceae).
Evaluation of aroma-active compounds in Pontianak orange peel oil ( Citrus nobilis Lour. Var. microcarpa Hassk.) by gas chromatography-olfactometry, aroma reconstitution, and omission test.
Responses of the Mediterranean pine shoot beetle Tomicus destruens (Wollaston) to pine shoot and bark volatiles.
Evaluation of characteristic aroma compounds of Citrus natsudaidai Hayata (Natsudaidai) cold-pressed peel oil.
Application of two-stage biofilter system for the removal of odorous compounds.
Defensive secretion components of the host Parastizopus armaticeps as kairomones for the cleptoparasite Eremostibes opacus.
Character impact odorants of fennel fruits and fennel tea.
Characterization of odorants causing an atypical aroma in white pepper powder (Piper nigrum L.) based on quantitative measurements and orthonasal breakthrough thresholds.
Volatile constituents and key odorants in leaves, buds, flowers, and fruits of Laurus nobilis L.
Effects of alpha-pinene odor in different concentrations on stress-induced hyperthermia in rats.
Phytochemistry of the mopane, Colophospermum mopane.
Changes in volatile compounds of carrots (Daucus carota L.) during refrigerated and frozen storage.
Odor compound detection in male euglossine bees.
Aroma compound analysis of Piper nigrum and Piper guineense essential oils from Cameroon using solid-phase microextraction-gas chromatography, solid-phase microextraction-gas chromatography-mass spectrometry and olfactometry.
Alleviating effects of plant-derived fragrances on stress-induced hyperthermia in rats.
Exogenous methyl jasmonate induces volatile emissions in cotton plants.
Characterization of the odor-active volatiles in citrus Hyuganatsu (Citrus tamurana Hort. ex Tanaka).
Effect of in situ composting on reducing offensive odors and volatile organic compounds in swineries.
Dynamic deadspace-gas chromatography-olfactometry analysis of different anatomical parts of lovage (Levisticum officinale Koch.) at eight growing stages.
Development of rancidity in wheat germ analyzed by headspace gas chromatography and sensory analysis.
Characterization of the key aroma compounds in dried fruits of the West African peppertree Xylopia aethiopica (Dunal) A. Rich (Annonaceae) using aroma extract dilution analysis.
Enantioselectivity of odor perception in squirrel monkeys and humans.
Olfactory discrimination ability of human subjects for ten pairs of enantiomers.

Other Information

(IUPAC):Atomic Weights of the Elements 2011 (pdf)
Videos:The Periodic Table of Videos
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(IUPAC):Periodic Table of the Elements
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FDA Indirect Additives used in Food Contact Substances:View
CHEBI:View
CHEMBL:View
UM BBD:Search
KEGG (GenomeNet):C09880
HMDB (The Human Metabolome Database):HMDB06525
FooDB:FDB014366
Export Tariff Code:2902.19.0000
Typical G.C.
VCF-Online:VCF Volatile Compounds in Food
ChemSpider:View
Wikipedia:View

PhysChem Properties

Material listed in food chemical codex Yes
Molecular weight 136.23751831055
Specific gravity @ 25 °C
Pounds per Gallon 7.098 to 7.164
Specific gravity @ 20 °C
Pounds per Gallon 7.114 to 7.181
Refractive Index 1.463 to 1.467 @ 20 °C
Optical Rotation -35 to -40
Melting Point -64 to -62°C @ 760 mm Hg
Boiling Point 155 to 156°C @ 760 mm Hg
Boiling Point 72 to 73°C @ 50 mm Hg
Vapor Pressure 4.75 mmHg @ 25 °C
Flash Point TCC Value 32.22 °C TCC
logP (o/w) 4.83
Shelf life 24 months (or longer if stored properly.)
Storage notes Store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light.
Solubility
alcohol Yes
fixed oils Yes
water, 2.49 mg/L @ 25 °C (exp) Yes
water No

Organoleptic Properties

Odor Type: Herbal
fresh, camphoreous, sweet, pine, earthy, woody, terpenic, cooling, herbal
Odor strength high , recommend smelling in a 10.00 % solution or less
Substantivity 4 hour(s) at 100.00 %
Luebke, William tgsc, (1986) At 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. fresh camphor sweet pine earthy woody
Mosciano, Gerard P&F 25, No. 6, 26, (2000) At 10.00 %. Woody, piney and turpentine-like, with a slight cooling camphoraceous nuance and a fresh herbal lift
Flavor Type: Woody
woody, pine, terpenic, camphoreous, herbal, spicy, tropical
Mosciano, Gerard P&F 25, No. 6, 26, (2000) At 5.00 - 100.00 ppm. Intense woody, piney and terpy with camphoraceous and turpentine note. It has herbal, spicy and slightly tropical nuances

Occurrences

Safety Information

Safety information

Preferred SDS: View
European information :
Most important hazard(s):
Xn N - Harmful, Dangerous for the environment.
R 10 - Flammable.
R 22 - Harmful if swallowed.
R 36/38 - Irritating to skin and eyes.
R 50/53 - Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
S 02 - Keep out of the reach of children.
S 16 - Keep away from sources of ignition - No Smoking.
S 20/21 - When using do not eat, drink or smoke.
S 24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S 26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
S 60 - This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
S 61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheet.
S 62 - If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
Hazards identification
Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)
Flammable liquids (Category 3), H226
Aspiration hazard (Category 1), H304
Skin irritation (Category 2), H315
Skin sensitisation (Category 1), H317
Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 3), H402
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
Pictogramflame.jpghealth-hazard.jpgexclamation-mark.jpg
Signal word Warning
Hazard statement(s)
H226 - Flammable liquid and vapour
H304 - May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
H315 - Causes skin irritation
H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction
H402 - Harmful to aquatic life
Precautionary statement(s)
P210 - Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking.
P233 - Keep container tightly closed.
P240 - Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
P241 - Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/…/equipment.
P242 - Use only non-sparking tools.
P243 - Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 - Wash skin thouroughly 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.
P301 + P310 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water/shower.
P331 - Do NOT induce vomiting.
P333 + P313 - IF SKIN irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P362 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction.
P403 + P235 - Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
P405 - Store locked up.
P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Human Experience:
1 % solution: no irritation or sensitization.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicity:
oral-rat LD50 [sex: M,F] 3700 mg/kg
Identity of compound not stated
(Moreno, 1972n)

intraperitoneal-mouse LD > 500 mg/kg
"Summary Tables of Biological Tests," National Research Council Chemical-Biological Coordination Center. Vol. 4, Pg. 232, 1952.

oral-rat LD50 3700 mg/kg
BEHAVIORAL: SOMNOLENCE (GENERAL DEPRESSED ACTIVITY) BRAIN AND COVERINGS: RECORDINGS FROM SPECIFIC AREAS OF CNS LUNGS, THORAX, OR RESPIRATION: OTHER CHANGES
Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 16, Pg. 853, 1978.

Dermal Toxicity:
skin-rabbit LD50 > 5000 mg/kg
Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 16, Pg. 853, 1978.

Inhalation Toxicity:
inhalation-guinea pig LCLo 572 ug/m3
BRAIN AND COVERINGS: RECORDINGS FROM SPECIFIC AREAS OF CNS LUNGS, THORAX, OR RESPIRATION: OTHER CHANGES SENSE ORGANS AND SPECIAL SENSES: OTHER: EYE
Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 16, Pg. 853, 1978.

inhalation-rat TCLo 625 ug/m3
LUNGS, THORAX, OR RESPIRATION: OTHER CHANGES BRAIN AND COVERINGS: RECORDINGS FROM SPECIFIC AREAS OF CNS SENSE ORGANS AND SPECIAL SENSES: OTHER: EYE
Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 16, Pg. 853, 1978.

Safety in use information

Category:
flavor and fragrance agents
RIFM Fragrance Material Safety Assessment: Search
IFRA Code of Practice Notification of the 49th Amendment to the IFRA Code of Practice
IFRA Other Specification:
Recommendation for alpha-pinene usage levels up to:
10.0000 % in the fragrance concentrate.
Maximised Survey-derived Daily Intakes (MSDI-EU): 1800.00 (μg/capita/day)
Maximised Survey-derived Daily Intakes (MSDI-USA): 2444.00 (μg/capita/day)
Threshold of Concern:1800 (μg/person/day)
Structure Class: I
Use levels for FEMA GRAS flavoring substances on which the FEMA Expert Panel based its judgments that the substances are generally recognized as safe (GRAS).
The Expert Panel also publishes separate extensive reviews of scientific information on all FEMA GRAS flavoring substances and can be found at FEMA Flavor Ingredient Library
publication number: 3. Update in publication number(s): 29
Click here to view publication 3
average usual ppmaverage maximum ppm
baked goods: 35.00000160.00000
beverages(nonalcoholic): 16.0000054.00000
beverages(alcoholic): 10.00000100.00000
breakfast cereal: --
cheese: --
chewing gum: 175.000001300.00000
condiments / relishes: 47.00000150.00000
confectionery froastings: --
egg products: --
fats / oils: --
fish products: --
frozen dairy: 13.0000064.00000
fruit ices: --
gelatins / puddings: 6.0000012.00000
granulated sugar: --
gravies: --
hard candy: 253.00000265.00000
imitation dairy: --
instant coffee / tea: --
jams / jellies: --
meat products: 10.0000020.00000
milk products: --
nut products: --
other grains: --
poultry: --
processed fruits: --
processed vegetables: --
reconstituted vegetables: --
seasonings / flavors: --
snack foods: --
soft candy: 31.0000063.00000
soups: --
sugar substitutes: --
sweet sauces: --

Safety references

European Food Safety Athority(EFSA):Flavor usage levels; Subacute, Subchronic, Chronic and Carcinogenicity Studies; Developmental / Reproductive Toxicity Studies; Genotoxicity Studies...

European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) reference(s):

Flavouring Group Evaluation 25, (FGE.25)[1] - Aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons from chemical group 31 - Scientific Opinion of the Panel on Food Additives, Flavourings, Processing Aids and Materials in Contact with Food
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Flavouring Group Evaluation 78 (FGE.78)[1] - Consideration of Aliphatic and alicyclic and aromatic hydrocarbons evaluated by JECFA (63rd meeting) structurally related to aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons evaluated by EFSA in FGE.25 - Scientific Opinion of the Panel on Food Additives,Flavourings, Processing Aids and Materials in Contact with Food (AFC)
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Scientific Opinion on Flavouring Group Evaluation 25Rev1: Aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons from chemical group 31
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Scientific Opinion on Flavouring Group Evaluation 78, Revision 1 (FGE.78Rev1): Consideration of aliphatic and alicyclic and aromatic hydrocarbons evaluated by JECFA (63rd meeting) structurally related to aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons evaluated by EFSA in FGE.25Rev2
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Scientific Opinion on Flavouring Group Evaluation 25, Revision 2 (FGE.25Rev2): Aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons from chemical group 31
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Statement on List of Representative Substances for Testing. The current Statement lays down a list of substances in sub-groups with representative substances for which additional data are required prior to their evaluation through the Procedure (Regulation (EC) No 1565/2000).
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Scientific Opinion on the safety and efficacy of aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons (chemical group 31) when used as flavourings for all animal species
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Scientific Opinion on Flavouring Group Evaluation 78, Revision 2 (FGE.78Rev2): Consideration of aliphatic and alicyclic and aromatic hydrocarbons evaluated by JECFA (63rd meeting) structurally related to aliphatic hydrocarbons evaluated by EFSA in FGE.25Rev3
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Safety and efficacy of eight compounds belonging to chemical group 31 (aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons) when used as flavourings for all animal species and categories
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EPA Substance Registry Services (TSCA):80-56-8
EPA ACToR:Toxicology Data
EPA Substance Registry Services (SRS):Registry
Laboratory Chemical Safety Summary :6654
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases:Data
WISER:UN 2368
WGK Germany:1
4,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]hept-3-ene
Chemidplus:0000080568
EPA/NOAA CAMEO:hazardous materials
RTECS:DT7000000 for cas# 80-56-8