trans-Caryophyllene

Also known as: (-)-Caryophyllene, (-)-beta-caryophyllene, (-)-trans-Caryophyllene, (-)-β-caryophyllene, (1R,4E,9S)-4,11,11-trimethyl-8-methylidenebicyclo[7.2.0]undec-4-ene, (1R,9S)-4,11,11-Trimethyl-8-methylenebicyclo[7.2.0]undec-4-ene, (E)-Caryophyllene, 1-caryophyllene, 2-Methylene-6,10,10-trimethyl bicyclo[7.2.0]undec-5-ene, BetaCarryophellene, Bicyclo(7.2.0)undec-4-ene, 4,11,11-trimethyl-8-methylene-, (1R,4E,9S)-, Bicyclo(7.2.0)undec-4-ene, 8-methylene-4,11,11-trimethyl-, (E)-(1R,9S)-(-)-, Bicyclo7.2.0undec-4-ene, 4,11,11-trimethyl-8-methylene-, (1R,4E,9S)-, Bicyclo[7.2.0]undec-4-ene, 4,11,11-trimethyl-8-methylene-, (1R,9S)-, Bicyclo[7.2.0]undec-4-ene, 8-methylene-4,11,11-trimethyl-, (E)-(1R,9S)-(-)-, CARYOPHYLLENE, (-)-trans-(SG), Caryophyllene, Caryophyllene (VAN), EINECS 201-746-1, HUMULENE, alpha-(SG)

trans-Caryophyllene (CAS 87-44-5) 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 204.351 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 268.4±10.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 104.9±13.8 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 87-44-5
Jingsj CID: J-1955838-9
Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₂₄
Molecular Weight: 204.351 g/mol
Category: Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated: 8/21/2026

Request MSDS / TDS

No offers for this compound yet.

Request a quote

Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	268.4±10.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	104.9±13.8 °C
Exact Mass	204.187805
LogP	6.78
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.495

Activity & Biological Data

Target	CB2 receptor[1]
Additional Information	[1]. Cheng Y, et al. β-Caryophyllene ameliorates the Alzheimer-like phenotype in APP/PS1 Mice through CB2 receptor activation and the PPARγ pathway. Pharmacology. 2014;94(1-2):1-12. [2]. Dahham SS, et al. The Anticancer, Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Properties of the Sesquiterpene β-Caryophyllenefrom the Essential Oil of Aquilaria crassna. Molecules. 2015 Jun 26;20(7):11808-29. [3]. de Oliveira CC, et al. Anticonvulsant activity of β-caryophyllene against pentylenetetrazol-induced seizures. Epilepsy Behav. 2016 Mar;56:26-31.

Target

CB2 receptor[1]

Additional Information

[1]. Cheng Y, et al. β-Caryophyllene ameliorates the Alzheimer-like phenotype in APP/PS1 Mice through CB2 receptor activation and the PPARγ pathway. Pharmacology. 2014;94(1-2):1-12. [2]. Dahham SS, et al. The Anticancer, Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Properties of the Sesquiterpene β-Caryophyllenefrom the Essential Oil of Aquilaria crassna. Molecules. 2015 Jun 26;20(7):11808-29. [3]. de Oliveira CC, et al. Anticonvulsant activity of β-caryophyllene against pentylenetetrazol-induced seizures. Epilepsy Behav. 2016 Mar;56:26-31.

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 trans-Caryophyllene?

The CAS number of trans-Caryophyllene is 87-44-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of trans-Caryophyllene?

trans-Caryophyllene has molecular formula C15H24 and molecular weight 204.351 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of trans-Caryophyllene?

For trans-Caryophyllene, Upstream Products: Methyltriphenylphosphonium bromide; Downstream Products: (-)-CLOVENE, (-)-ALPHA-[1-(DIBUTYLAMINO)ETHYL]BENZYLALCOHOL, Alpha-caryophyllene.

Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.

Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "trans-Caryophyllene (CAS 87-44-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1955838-9 (accessed 2026-11-07).

Data for reference only; verify product details with suppliers before purchase.