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(S)-(-)-Limonene

Also known as: (-)-(4S)-Limonene, (-)-(S)-limonene, (-)-1,8-p-menthadiene,(S)-(-)-limonene, (-)-Limonene, (-)-p-Mentha-1,8-diene, (4S)-1-Methyl-4-(prop-1-en-2-yl)cyclohexene, (4S)-1-methyl-4-prop-1-en-2-ylcyclohexene, (4S)-4-Isopropenyl-1-methylcyclohexene, (4S)-limonene, (S)-(-)-1-methyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)cyclohexene, (S)-(-)-LIMONENE, (S)-Limonene, (s)-(-)-p-mentha-1,8-diene, (s)-(-)-p-mentha-8-diene, (s)-1-methyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)cyclohexene, 4-Isopropenyl-1-methyl-1-cyclohexene, Cyclohexene, 1-methyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)-, (4S)-, Cyclohexene, 1-methyl-4-(1-methylethenyl)-, (S)-, EINECS 227-815-6, L-Limonen

(S)-(-)-Limonene (CAS 5989-54-8) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H16 and a molecular weight of 136.234 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -104--84ºC, a boiling point of 175.4±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 42.8±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
5989-54-8
Jingsj CID
J-47032-6
Molecular Formula
C10H16
Molecular Weight
136.234 g/mol
Category
Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-104--84ºC
Boiling Point175.4±20.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point42.8±0.0 °C
Exact Mass136.125198
LogP4.45
Vapor Pressure1.5±0.2 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.468

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / Irritant / Environmental HazardSignal word: Warning
  • H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Activity & Biological Data

TargetHuman Endogenous Metabolite
Additional Information[1]. Larsen ST, et al. Effects of R-(+)- and S-(-)-limonene on the respiratory tract in mice. Hum Exp Toxicol. 2000 Aug;19(8):457-66.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (S)-(-)-Limonene?

The CAS number of (S)-(-)-Limonene is 5989-54-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (S)-(-)-Limonene?

(S)-(-)-Limonene has molecular formula C10H16 and molecular weight 136.234 g/mol.

Is (S)-(-)-Limonene hazardous?

(S)-(-)-Limonene has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (S)-(-)-Limonene?

For (S)-(-)-Limonene, Upstream Products: Nerol, (+)-alpha-Pinene, Beta-pinene; Downstream Products: Carvone, 2-p-Tolyl-1-propene, (5R)-2-methyl-5-(prop-1-en-2-yl)cyclohex-2-en-1-ol.

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