Delta-Cadinene
Description
Delta-Cadinene (CAS 483-76-1), assigned FEMA 4967, is a naturally occurring sesquiterpene hydrocarbon found in a range of essential oils and plant extracts.
It functions as a flavoring and fragrance ingredient, contributing woody, spicy, and herbal character to finished formulations. In flavor applications, it is used at low concentrations.
This ingredient adds depth and naturalness to savory, spice, and botanical flavor profiles in food and beverage products. Fragrance formulators incorporate it into fine fragrance and personal care.
It is also used in cosmetic compositions where dry, woody base notes are required. It supports natural and clean-label positioning in products where essential oil-derived ingredients are preferred.
Its regulatory status supports compliance for use as a flavoring substance in food applications across major markets. The product is supplied as a clear to pale yellow liquid.
It is typically offered at high purity levels suited to flavor and fragrance use. It is available in both natural-source and synthetic grades depending on application requirements.
Packaging ranges from small quantities for R&D and evaluation purposes to larger volumes for commercial production. This ensures flexibility for both small and large scale manufacturing.
Physical Properties
| Boiling Point | 279 °C |
| Density | 0.8970 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C |
| Flash Point | 38 °C |
| Color | Colorless to off-white |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. thyme herbal woody dry |
| Form | A liquid |
| Refractive Index | n 20/D 1.509 |
| Log P | 6.271 (est) |
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Trade & Regulatory
| UN Number | 2319 |
| ADR Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | III |
| WGK (Germany) | 3 |
Documentation
Other Names
(+)-δ-cadinene|(1S,8aR)-4,7-dimethyl-1-propan-2-yl-1,2,3,5,6,8a-hexahydronaphthalene
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