Pine oil

Pine oil (CAS 8002-09-3), also recognized under FEMA 2907, is a natural terpene-based oil derived from pine wood and needles.

Where is Pine oil used?

• Household and institutional cleaning: disinfectant cleaners, floor cleaners, all-purpose degreasers
• Mining: froth flotation collector and frother for sulfide ores and coal
• Personal care and cosmetics: fragrance and preservative in soaps and bath products
• Textile and leather processing: scouring and degreasing agent that removes oils and contaminants before dyeing or finishing
• It functions as a disinfectant, cleaning agent, froth flotation collector, and fragrance ingredient.

Good to know: Food-grade material is available for flavoring applications under the FEMA 2907 designation.

Commercial specifications

• Purity typically 50% to 85% alpha-terpineol content
• Concentration depends on intended application and performance requirements
• Bulk supply in drums and IBC containers