Limonene
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| Formula | C10H16 |
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| Boiling point | 176 °C |
| Chiral rotation (D) | 87–102° |
| Refractive index (nD) | 1. 4727 |
| Solubility in water | Insoluble |
| Solubility | Miscible |
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| ID | 911482 |
About Limonene
Limonene is a colorless liquid aliphatic hydrocarbon classified as a cyclic monoterpene, and is the major component in the oil of citrus fruit peels. The D-isomer, occurring more commonly in nature as the fragrance of oranges, is a flavoring agent in food manufacturing.