farnesene
Also known as: (E,E)-Farnesene, (E,E)-alpha-farnesene, (E,E)-α-farnesene, 3,7,11-trimethyldodeca-1,3E,6E,10-tetraene, FARNESENE, FEMA 3839, a-Farnesene
farnesene (CAS 502-61-4) 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 melting point of <25 ℃, a boiling point of 279.6ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.844-0.8790 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 113.2ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 502-61-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-27102-3
- Molecular Formula
- C15H24
- Molecular Weight
- 204.35100 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | <25 ℃ |
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| Boiling Point | 279.6ºC at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.844-0.8790 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) |
| Flash Point | 113.2ºC |
| Exact Mass | 204.18800 |
| LogP | 5.20150 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.490-1.505(lit.) |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Xuewen Wang, et al. Formation of α-Farnesene in Tea ( Camellia sinensis) Leaves Induced by Herbivore-Derived Wounding and Its Effect on Neighboring Tea Plants. Int J Mol Sci. 2019 Aug 25;20(17):4151. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2901299090 |
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| Summary | 2901299090 unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons。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 farnesene?
The CAS number of farnesene is 502-61-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of farnesene?
farnesene has molecular formula C15H24 and molecular weight 204.35100 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of farnesene?
For farnesene, Upstream Products: trans-Nerolidol, (2E,6E)-Farnesol, Geranyl bromide; Downstream Products: 2,6,10-Trimethyldodecane, 6-Methyl-5-hepten-2-one, levulinaldehyde.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "farnesene (CAS 502-61-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-27102-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).
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