CAS 5989-27-5|C₁₀H₁₆

D-Limonene / Dipentene

Bio-based citrus terpene solvent derived from orange peel — high-solvency, pleasant citrus odor, and effective on oils, greases, and adhesive residues.

Flash Point

48 °C (118 °F)

Boiling Point

176 °C

KB Value

67

Packaging

Drum / Tote / Bulk

Physical Properties

Molecular FormulaC₁₀H₁₆
Molecular Weight136.23 g/mol
CAS Number (D-form)5989-27-5
CAS Number (Dipentene)138-86-3
Boiling Point176 °C (349 °F)
Melting Point−74.3 °C (−101.7 °F)
Flash Point48 °C (118 °F) — Combustible
Density0.841 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Vapor Pressure0.19 kPa at 20 °C
Solubility in WaterInsoluble (<0.01 g/100 mL)
Kauri-Butanol Value67
Auto-ignition Temp.237 °C (459 °F)
CH₃CH₂CH₃C₁₀H₁₆ | CAS 5989-27-5

Grades & Packaging

IndustrialTechnical GradeFood Grade (FCC)
55-gal Drums275-gal TotesBulk Tanker

Industrial Applications

Industrial Cleaning & Degreasing

High-solvency, bio-based degreaser for metal parts, machinery, and industrial equipment. Effective on oils, greases, and adhesive residues.

Coatings & Inks

Solvent and diluent in oil-based paints, varnishes, and printing inks. Slow evaporation rate supports open time in brush applications.

Adhesive Removal

Effective remover of pressure-sensitive adhesives, labels, and tape residues on metal, glass, and plastic surfaces.

Fragrance & Flavor

FCC-grade D-limonene used as a citrus fragrance ingredient in cleaning products, cosmetics, and food flavorings.

Rubber & Polymer Processing

Solvent for natural rubber and certain synthetic polymers. Used in rubber cement and polymer dissolution applications.

Agricultural Chemicals

Carrier solvent and active ingredient in bio-based insecticides and pesticide formulations.

Safety & Regulatory

NFPA Health2 — Moderate hazard
NFPA Flammability2 — Moderate hazard
NFPA Reactivity0 — Stable
OSHA PEL (TWA)No established PEL
ACGIH TLV (TWA)Not established
DOT Hazard Class3 — Combustible Liquid
UN NumberUN 2052
Packing GroupIII

D-Limonene is a skin sensitizer — use gloves when handling. SDS and certificate of analysis available upon request.

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