Chemical Formula: C??H??O (Major constituent: Terpineol)
Molecular Weight: 154.25 g/mol
Description:
Pine Oil is a colorless to pale yellow, naturally derived essential oil obtained from the distillation of pine tree wood, stumps, or needles. It possesses a strong, pleasant pine-like odor and exhibits excellent solvent, disinfectant, and emulsifying properties. Pine Oil is widely used in household cleaning, disinfectants, flotation agents, and fragrance applications.
Applications:
Household & Industrial Cleaners: Used as a disinfectant, deodorizer, and surface cleaner due to its germicidal properties.
Textile & Leather Industry: Employed as an emulsifier and degreasing agent.
Mining & Flotation: Acts as a frothing agent in the flotation of ores.
Perfumes & Fragrances: Used for imparting fresh pine-like odor in formulations.
Pharmaceuticals: Ingredient in antiseptic and medicinal preparations.
Key Properties:
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Odor | Pleasant pine-like odor |
| Purity (Assay) | 85% – 90% (as Terpineol) |
| Boiling Point | ~200°C – 220°C |
| Flash Point | ~65°C (Closed Cup) |
| Density (@20°C) | ~0.930 – 0.940 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; miscible with alcohol and organic solvents |
| Refractive Index (n20D) | 1.475 – 1.485 |
| Acid Value | < 5 mg KOH/g |
| Grade | Industrial / Technical / Perfume Grade |
| Packaging | 200 L HDPE drums / 50 L cans / bulk tankers |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat, sunlight, and strong oxidizing agents. Keep containers tightly sealed. Handle with protective gear. |