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α-Terpineol (CAS 98-55-5)

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Alternate Names:
α-Terpineol also known as Menthen-8-ol; 1-p-Menthen-8-; 1-alpha-terpineol; 1-methyl-4-isopropyl-1-cyclohexene-8-ol; 2-(4-methylcyclohex-3-enyl)propan-2-ol (alpha-terpineol); alpha,alpha,4-trimethyl-3-cyclohexene-1-methano; alpha-terpinenol; alpha-terpineol,mixtureofisomers; alpha-terpineole
Application:
α-Terpineol is a monoterpene alcohol and a terpenoid building block for proteomic research and is a
CAS Number:
98-55-5
Purity:
80%
Molecular Weight:
154.25
Molecular Formula:
C10H18O
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
* Refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data.

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α-Terpineol, a naturally occurring monoterpene alcohol, plays a critical role in the realm of aromatic compounds and environmental chemistry, particularly noted for its presence in the essential oil of Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree), where it contributes significantly to the antifungal activity. This compound interacts dynamically with atmospheric components. These interactions underscore α-terpineol′s role in atmospheric chemical processes, influencing both its environmental persistence and the degradation mechanisms of organic compounds in the atmosphere. Beyond its environmental implications, α-terpineol is cherished in the perfume industry and in the manufacture of soaps and detergents for its appealing fragrance, illustrating its versatile applications that span from influencing ecological interactions to enhancing consumer products. This duality of functional significance, both in natural ecosystems and industrial applications, highlights the intricate balance between nature′s offerings and human innovation.


α-Terpineol (CAS 98-55-5) References

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  4. Multiphase Ozonolysis of Aqueous α-Terpineol.  |  Leviss, DH., et al. 2016. Environ Sci Technol. 50: 11698-11705. PMID: 27680201
  5. The α-Terpineol to 1,8-Cineole Cyclization Reaction of Tobacco Terpene Synthases.  |  Piechulla, B., et al. 2016. Plant Physiol. 172: 2120-2131. PMID: 27729471
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  8. Alpha-Terpineol production from an engineered Saccharomyces cerevisiae cell factory.  |  Zhang, C., et al. 2019. Microb Cell Fact. 18: 160. PMID: 31547812
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α-Terpineol, 25 ml

sc-291877
25 ml
$51.00

α-Terpineol, 50 ml

sc-291877B
50 ml
$127.00

α-Terpineol, 100 ml

sc-291877C
100 ml
$189.00

α-Terpineol, 500 ml

sc-291877A
500 ml
$246.00