Alpha-caryophyllene
Also known as: (1E,4E,8E)-alpha-humulene, (1E,4E,8E)-α-humulene, (E,E,E)-2,6,6,9-Tetramethyl-1,4,8-cycloundecatriene, 2,6,6,9-Tetramethyl-1,4,8-cycloundecatriene, 6,9-tetramethyl-1,4,8-cycloundecatriene(e,e,e)-6, ALPHA-CARYOPHYLLENE, C09684, EINECS 229-816-7, MFCD00042689, TRANS,TRANS,TRANS-2,6,6,9-TETRAMETHYL-1,4,8-CYCLOUNDECATRIENE, alpha-HuMulene >=96.0% (GC), α-Caryophyllene, α-Caryophyllene, trans,trans,trans-2,6,6,9-Tetramethyl-1,4,8-cycloundecatriene, α-Humulene,α-Caryophyllene, trans,trans,trans-2,6,6,9-Tetramethyl-1,4,8-cycloundecatriene
Alpha-caryophyllene (CAS 6753-98-6) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H24 and a molecular weight of 204.35100 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 166-168 °C(lit.), a density of 0.889 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 90°C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 6753-98-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-18190-9
- Molecular Formula
- C15H24
- Molecular Weight
- 204.35100 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 166-168 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Density | 0.889 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 90°C |
| Exact Mass | 204.18800 |
| LogP | 5.03540 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.503(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | COX-2 iNOS |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Coté H, et al. Anti-Inflammatory, Antioxidant, Antibiotic, and Cytotoxic Activities of Tanacetum vulgare L. Essential Oil and Its Constituents. Medicines (Basel). 2017 May 25;4(2). pii: E34. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2902199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2902199090 other cyclanes, cyclenes and cyclotherpenes。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:2.0%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Alpha-caryophyllene?
The CAS number of Alpha-caryophyllene is 6753-98-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Alpha-caryophyllene?
Alpha-caryophyllene has molecular formula C15H24 and molecular weight 204.35100 g/mol.
Is Alpha-caryophyllene hazardous?
Alpha-caryophyllene has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
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