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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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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point166-168 °C(lit.)
Density0.889 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.)
Flash Point90°C
Exact Mass204.18800
LogP5.03540
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.503(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

TargetCOX-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 Code2902199090
Summary2902199090 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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How to cite: Jingsj. "Alpha-caryophyllene (CAS 6753-98-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-18190-9 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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