Nepetalactone

Also known as: NEPETALACTON, cis-trans Nepetalactone, Nepetalactone cis-trans-form, 4aS,7S,7aR(Z,E)-nepetalactone, 4aS,7S,7aR (Z,E)-nepetalactone, (4aS,7S,7aR)-4,7-Dimethyl-5,6,7,7a-tetrahydro-4aH-cyclopenta[c]pyran-1-one, 4aα,7α,7aα-Nepetalactone, (4αS,7S,7αR)nepetalactone

Nepetalactone (CAS 21651-62-7) is a compound in the Esters category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H14O2 and a molecular weight of 166.217 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 270.6±19.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 107.7±18.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 21651-62-7
Jingsj CID: J-1988290-7
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₄O₂
Molecular Weight: 166.217 g/mol
Category: Esters
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	270.6±19.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	107.7±18.9 °C
Exact Mass	166.099380
PSA	26.30000
LogP	2.83
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.485

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Ali Shafaghat, et al. Nepetalactone content and antibacterial activity of the essential oils from different parts of Nepeta persica . Nat Prod Commun. 2010 Apr;5(4):625-8.

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What is the CAS number of Nepetalactone?

The CAS number of Nepetalactone is 21651-62-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Nepetalactone?

Nepetalactone has molecular formula C10H14O2 and molecular weight 166.217 g/mol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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