Dihydromyrcene Information
| Chemical Name | Dihydromyrcene |
| CAS | 2436-90-0 |
| EINECS | 219-433-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H18 |
| Molecular Weight | 138.25 |
| Spice Type | synthetic fragrances |
Dihydromyrcene Uses
Dihydromyrcene (also known as Dihydromyrcenol) is an important monoterpene synthetic fragrance with a fresh, soft citrus-woody aroma, slightly pine and herbal. Its chemical properties are stable and easy to blend with other fragrance ingredients. It is widely used in many fields.
I. Daily Chemicals and Personal Care
Perfume and Cologne: Commonly used in men's perfumes and neutral perfumes, as a middle or base tone ingredient, it gives a fresh, natural wood-citrus scent, often paired with pine, cedar, lavender and other fragrances.
Care Products: Widely used in shampoo, shower gel, conditioner, shaving cream, etc., to provide a refreshing aroma experience and cover up the chemical smell of surfactants in the product.
Skin Care Products and Aftershave: Due to its mild aroma and potential soothing effect (further verification is required), it is used in lotions, toners, etc. to enhance the pleasure of use.
Household cleaning products:
Added to laundry detergent, softener, dishwashing liquid, air freshener, giving clothes or indoor environment a clean, natural fragrance.
II. Food industry (auxiliary ingredients of food flavors, must comply with regulations)
A small amount is used to simulate citrus or pine flavors, such as chewing gum, hard candy or beverages, but must strictly follow the food additive regulations of various countries (such as the EU EFSA and the US FDA's limit requirements for terpene compounds).
III. Industry and Chemical Industry
Chemical synthesis intermediates:
As a key raw material for synthesizing other high-value flavors (such as geraniol, linalool, menthol derivatives).
Solvents and diluents:
As a substitute for natural terpene solvents in the paint and coating industry to reduce volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions.
Dihydromyrcene Properties
| Melting point | -69.6°C |
| Boiling point | 154-155 °C |
| Density | 0.760 g/mL at 20 °C |
| Storage | 2-8°C |
| Fragrance | floral |
| Water solubility | 2.24mg/L at 20℃ |
