gamma-terpinene
Description
Gamma-terpinene (CAS 99-85-4), also known commercially as moslene or crithmene, is a naturally occurring monoterpene found in essential oils including thyme, cumin, and coriander. It functions as both a flavoring agent and a solvent carrier across food, fragrance, and industrial applications. In food and beverage manufacturing, it is used as a FEMA 3559-approved flavoring ingredient.
This compound contributes citrus-herbaceous notes to seasonings, beverages, and processed foods. Personal care formulators incorporate it as a fragrance component and carrier solvent in perfumes and lotions. Its natural origin supports botanical positioning in hair care products. In printing and packaging, it functions as a bio-based solvent in ink formulations, offering an alternative to petroleum-derived carriers.
It also appears in flavor compound blending, where it acts as a diluent or co-solvent. This helps to adjust the concentration and delivery of active flavor molecules in various industrial formulations. The product is supplied as a clear, mobile liquid in drum and IBC quantities suited to industrial procurement volumes. It is available in food-grade and flavor-grade specifications aligned with FCC standards.
Technical-grade material is also offered for solvent and industrial ink applications where food compliance is not required. This ensures versatility for manufacturers across the chemical and food sectors.
Other Names (Synonyms)
moslene|gamma-terpinen|crithmene|4-isopropyl-1-methyl-1,4-cyclohexadiene|1,4-p-menthadiene|1-methyl-4-propan-2-ylcyclohexa-1,4-diene|1-methyl-4-(1-methylethyl)-1,4-cyclohexadiene|1-Isopropyl-4-methylcyclohexa-1,4-diene
Key Technical Features
- High Purity Grade standard
- Consistent Batch Quality
- Full Regulatory & REACH Support
- Global Logistics Network enabled