Myrcene(CAS#123-35-3)
| Risk Codes | R10 – Flammable R36/37/38 – Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. R65 – Harmful: May cause lung damage if swallowed R38 – Irritating to the skin |
| Safety Description | S16 – Keep away from sources of ignition. S26 – In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36 – Wear suitable protective clothing. S37/39 – Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection S62 – If swallowed, do not induce vomitting; seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. |
| UN IDs | UN 2319 3/PG 3 |
| WGK Germany | 2 |
| RTECS | RG5365000 |
| FLUKA BRAND F CODES | 10-23 |
| HS Code | 29012990 |
| Hazard Class | 3.2 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Toxicity | Both the acute oral LD50 value in rats and the acute dermal LD50 value in rabbits exceeded 5 g/kg (Moreno, 1972). |
Introduction
Myrcene is a colorless to yellowish liquid with a special aroma that is mainly found in the leaves and fruits of laurel trees. The following is an introduction to some of the properties, uses, preparation methods and safety information of myrcene:
Quality:
- It has a special natural aroma similar to that of laurel leaves.
- Myrcene is soluble in many organic solvents such as alcohols, ethers, and hydrocarbon solvents.
Use:
Method:
- The main preparation methods include distillation, extraction and chemical synthesis.
- Distillation extraction is the extraction of myrcene by distilling water vapor, which can extract the compound from the leaves or fruits of laurel trees.
- The law of chemical synthesis is the preparation of myrcene by synthesizing and converting other organic compounds, such as acrylic acid or acetone.
Safety Information:
- Myrcene is a natural product and is generally considered relatively safe, but excessive exposure may cause skin sensitivity or irritation.
- Care should be taken to avoid prolonged exposure to high concentrations of myrcene and avoid inhalation or ingestion when using myrcene.
- Follow product instructions and safe operating procedures and take appropriate precautions such as gloves and respiratory protective equipment when using myrcene.
