Para Cymene

Item Name

Para-Cymene

CAS No.

99-87-6

EC No.

202-796-7.

FEMA No.

2356

Molecular Formula

C10H14

Molecular Wt.

134.21

Source

Para Cymene is sourced from Ajwain oil by the fractional distillation process.

Appearance

Fluid liquid

Colour

Colorless to pale yellow liquid .

Odour

Characteristic spicy odour.

Melting Point

-68oC

Boiling Point

1810C

Flash Point

520C

Density

0.857 g/cm3

R.I.

1.4880 to 1.4920

Optical rotation

-20 to 20

Specific gravity

0.853 to 0.860

Solubility in water

23.4 mg/l

Purity

95 % to98.5%

Shelf life

12 month(s) or longer if stored properly