In short
D – Limonene (CAS 138-86-3) is a d-limonene manufactured by Himalaya Terpenes Pvt. Ltd. at its ISO 9001:2015-certified plant in Mumbai, India. D-Limonene is a terpene liquid found naturally in several volatile oils — cardamom, mace, nutmeg and pine turpentine among them — made up mostly of limonene alongside related terpenes such as beta-phellandrene and myrcen It is supplied in bulk 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.
D – Limonene
D-Limonene — High-Purity Limonene Manufacturer & Supplier at Competitive Price
Product Specifications
| Manufacturer | Himalaya Terpenes Pvt. Ltd. |
| Origin | Mumbai, India |
| CAS | 138-86-3 |
| Category | D-Limonene |
| Supply Scope | Bulk & Industrial Supply, 20+ Countries |
Description
D-Limonene is a terpene liquid found naturally in several volatile oils — cardamom, mace, nutmeg and pine turpentine among them — made up mostly of limonene alongside related terpenes such as beta-phellandrene and myrcene.
Its fresh citrus-pine aroma and solvency make it a versatile solvent, fragrance component and chemical intermediate, commonly used in cleaning, degreasing, resins, paints, polishes and personal care products.
Being biodegradable and a strong solvent, it fits a wide range of industrial uses, while its pleasant scent also lends itself to perfumery and cosmetic work.
Documents & Quote
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Specifications
| HS Code | 294200 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H16 |
| Molecular Weight | 136.23 |
| Appearance | Colorless to light yellow clear liquid |
| Odor | Lemon, pines |
| Content of Total Terpenes | 95% min |
| Distillation Range | 95% at 170–190°C |
| Refractive Index @ n20/D | 1.460 ~ 1.490 |
| Relative Density @ d20/4 | 0.840 ~ 0.875 |
| Package | Galvanized Iron Drum, 175 kg net each, 80 drums per 20' FCL |
Application & Uses
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Industrial Solvent: Dissolves resins, alkyds, waxes, paints, enamels, lacquers and polishes, and is applied in metal and electronics degreasing.
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Fragrance & Cosmetics: Lends a pleasant lemon-pine note to perfumery compositions used in soaps, personal care products and cosmetics.
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Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a building block for terpene resins, carvone, terylene, rubber chemicals and other specialty chemical synthesis.
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Pharmaceutical / Functional Use: Applied as a gallstone solubilizer and used in formulations that call for a clean terpene base.
FAQ
What is D-Limonene and where is it commonly used?
D-Limonene is a terpene liquid found naturally in oils like cardamom, mace, nutmeg and pine turpentine, valued for its citrus-pine aroma and used as a solvent, fragrance component and chemical intermediate.
What are the major industrial applications of D-Limonene?
It dissolves resins, alkyds, waxes, paints, enamels, lacquers and polishes, is used in metal and electronics degreasing, and appears in perfumery for soaps, personal care and cosmetics.
What is the difference between D-Limonene and regular Limonene?
D-Limonene is the specific dextrorotatory (right-handed) optical isomer of limonene, which is what's naturally dominant in citrus and pine sources and has the characteristic clean citrus-pine scent.
Which industries use D-Limonene as a raw material?
Cleaning and degreasing product manufacturers, paint and coatings producers, fragrance and cosmetics formulators, and specialty chemical synthesis companies.
What are the key physical and chemical properties of D-Limonene?
It's a colorless to light yellow clear liquid, molecular formula C10H16, molecular weight 136.23, with a lemon-pine odor and total terpene content of 95% minimum.
How is D-Limonene obtained from citrus or terpene sources?
This grade is derived from pine turpentine-related terpene sources rather than citrus peel, though chemically it's the same dextrorotatory limonene isomer found in citrus oils.
What purity levels are available for industrial D-Limonene?
Industrial D-Limonene is typically specified at 95% minimum total terpene content, with a distillation range around 170–190°C.
How should D-Limonene be stored and handled?
Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, resealing them carefully after opening to prevent leakage.
Why is D-Limonene used in fragrances, cleaners, and chemical formulations?
Its strong solvency, biodegradability and clean citrus-pine scent make it useful both as a functional solvent/degreaser and as a natural-feeling fragrance component.
What should manufacturers consider when sourcing D-Limonene in bulk?
Confirm total terpene purity (95% min), consistent refractive index and density, and appropriate flammable-liquid storage and handling for bulk drums.
Who supplies D - Limonene in bulk?
Himalaya Terpenes Pvt. Ltd. (Mumbai, India) supplies D - Limonene 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.