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Eucalyptol
CAS Number
470-82-6
EC Number
207-431-5
FEMA Number
FEMA 2465
What is Eucalyptol?
Eucalyptol (CAS 470-82-6), also known commercially as cineole, is a naturally derived cyclic ether extracted primarily from eucalyptus oil.
Where is Eucalyptol used?
- Food and beverage: flavoring agent imparting minty, herbal notes in confectionery, baked goods and liqueurs
- Oral care: cool, camphoraceous flavor in toothpastes, mouthwashes and breath fresheners (FEMA 2465)
- Fragrance: top-note ingredient in fine fragrances and air care
- Personal care: penetration-enhancing carrier in topical formulations
- It also functions as a functional solvent.
Commercial specifications
- High-purity grades commonly exceed 99% eucalyptol content
- Natural and synthetic sourcing options; natural-origin material derived from eucalyptus or rosemary oil
- Food-grade and cosmetic-grade specifications
Other Names (Synonyms)
cineole|1,8-Cineole|1,8-Cineol|Cajeputol|Eucapur|p-Cineole|1,8-Epoxy-p-menthane|2-Oxabicyclo[2.2.2]octane, 1,3,3-trimethyl-
What are the physical properties of Eucalyptol?
Melting Point 1.5 °C
Boiling Point 176.4 °C
Density 0.9267 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
Flash Point 122 °F
Appearance Colorless Liquid
Color Clear colorless to slightly yellow
Odor at 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. eucalyptus herbal camphor medicinal
Form Liquid
Water Solubility Soluble in water(3500 mg/L (at 21°C). Miscible with ether, alcohol, chloroform, glacial acetic acid, oils. Soluble in ethanol, ethyl ether; slightly soluble in carbon tetrachloride.
Vapor Pressure 1.22hPa at 20℃
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.457(lit.)
Log P 3.4
How is Eucalyptol classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS02· Flammable GHS07· Irritant
Hazard Statements
H226 Flammable liquid and vapor
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
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.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Eucalyptol?
HS Code 29329990
UN Number 1993
ADR Class 3
Packing Group III
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
WGK (Germany) 2