Limonene

Limonene is a colorless liquid aliphatic hydrocarbon classified as a cyclic monoterpene. It is a major component in the essential oils of citrus fruit peels and is commonly used in various industries due to its distinct fragrance and versatile properties. Limonene can be found naturally in a variety of plants, particularly citrus fruits, where it contributes to their characteristic scent.

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Names and Chemical Information

Limonene is known by several other names, including:

• 1-Methyl-4-(prop-1-en-2-yl)cyclohex-1-ene
• 1-Methyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)cyclohexene
• 4-Isopropenyl-1-methylcyclohexene
• p-Menth-1,8-diene
• Dipentene (racemic form)