Specifications:
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 |