In short
Beta Pinene 95% (CAS 127-91-3) is a beta pinene manufactured by Himalaya Terpenes Pvt. Ltd. at its ISO 9001:2015-certified plant in Mumbai, India. Beta-pinene occurs alongside alpha-pinene in the turpentine oil of pine trees, with its share of the mix varying by pine species. It is supplied in bulk in 2 grades for domestic and export orders, packaged as galvanized iron drum, 175 kg net each, 80 drums per 20' fcl. Request a quote or PDS/MSDS via the contact form.
Beta Pinene 95%
Beta Pinene 95% — Pinene Terpene Manufacturer & Supplier from India, Export Worldwide
Product Specifications
| Manufacturer | Himalaya Terpenes Pvt. Ltd. |
| Origin | Mumbai, India |
| CAS | 127-91-3 |
| Category | Beta Pinene |
| Supply Scope | Bulk & Industrial Supply, 20+ Countries |
Description
Beta-pinene occurs alongside alpha-pinene in the turpentine oil of pine trees, with its share of the mix varying by pine species. It's a light yellow liquid with a fresh, woody pine odor, separated from turpentine oil industrially on a rectification tower.
Once refined, beta-pinene is a foundational fragrance raw material widely used in daily chemical formulations, valued for its woody-pine character and its versatility as a terpene intermediate.
Heat-cracking converts beta-pinene into synthetic myrcene, which in turn feeds the production of linalool, geraniol, nerol, myrac aldehyde, lyral, ambergris and other flavor compounds. In daily chemicals, the refined material is typically used at under 2% concentration.
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Specifications
| HS Code | 290219 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H16 |
| Molecular Weight | 136.24 |
| Appearance | Light yellow liquid |
| Odor | Woody spicy |
| Purity, G.C | ≥ 95% |
| Acid Value, mg/g | ≤ 0.5 |
| Refractive Index @ n20/D | 1.476 ~ 1.481 |
| Relative Density @ d25/25 | 0.860 ~ 0.870 |
| Package | Galvanized Iron Drum, 175 kg net each, 80 drums per 20' FCL | Galvanized Iron Drum, 150 kg net each, 120 drums per 20' FCL |
Application & Uses
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Myrcene Synthesis: Serves as the raw material for synthetic myrcene via heat cracking, feeding onward synthesis of linalool, geraniol, nerol, myrac aldehyde, lyral, ambergris and other flavor compounds.
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Flavour & Fragrance: Provides fragrance character across daily chemicals and other industrial applications, functioning as a foundational raw material for aroma chemical production.
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Daily Chemicals: Incorporated into daily chemical formulations as a flavor ingredient, typically kept below 2% of the total content.
FAQ
What is Beta Pinene and what is it used for?
Beta-pinene is a monoterpene found alongside alpha-pinene in pine turpentine oil, used mainly as a feedstock for synthetic myrcene and as a fragrance ingredient in daily chemical products.
What are the major industrial applications of Beta Pinene?
Its biggest use is heat-cracking into synthetic myrcene, which feeds production of linalool, geraniol, nerol, myrac aldehyde, lyral and ambergris-type fragrance chemicals; it's also used directly as a fragrance/flavor ingredient.
How is Beta Pinene different from Alpha Pinene?
Both come from the same turpentine source but differ structurally — beta-pinene is the preferred route to synthetic myrcene, while alpha-pinene is used more for terpineol, linalool and camphor synthesis.
What products can be manufactured using Beta Pinene?
Myrcene, linalool, geraniol, nerol, myrac aldehyde, lyral and ambergris-type aroma chemicals are all commonly derived from beta-pinene.
Which industries commonly purchase Beta Pinene?
Fragrance and flavor manufacturers, daily chemical producers, and aroma-chemical synthesis companies.
What purity specifications are available for Beta Pinene?
It's typically supplied at 95% or 98% minimum purity (GC), with a refractive index of about 1.476–1.481 and relative density of 0.860–0.870.
How is Beta Pinene produced from turpentine-based raw materials?
It's separated from gum turpentine oil on an industrial rectification (fractional distillation) tower, alongside alpha-pinene.
What are the key physical properties of Beta Pinene?
It's a light yellow liquid with a fresh, woody pine odor, molecular formula C10H16, molecular weight 136.24.
How should Beta Pinene be stored and transported?
Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, resealing them carefully once opened to prevent leakage or volatilisation.
What should manufacturers consider when selecting a Beta Pinene supplier?
Consistency of purity and refractive index/density specs, reliable batch-to-batch quality for continuous myrcene production, and proper handling and storage during transit.
What is the difference between Beta Pinene 95% and 98%?
The number is the minimum beta-pinene assay by GC. The 98% grade is the higher-purity option preferred for demanding fragrance and chemical synthesis such as myrcene and its derivatives, while the 95% grade is a more economical choice for general industrial use where the extra purity is not required.
Who supplies Beta Pinene 95% in bulk?
Himalaya Terpenes Pvt. Ltd. (Mumbai, India) supplies Beta Pinene 95% in bulk, in drums, bags, IBCs or ISO tanks depending on the grade, for domestic and export orders. The company is an ISO 9001:2015-certified pine-chemical manufacturer operating since 1971.
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