Myrcene P&F T500 — Technical & Sensory Overview

Myrcene P&F T500

Myrcene P&F T500 Technical & Sensory Overview

Executive Summary

Myrcene P&F T500 is a high-purity terpene offered by Galbora, designed for perfume and flavor applications. Known for its floral, rose, balsamic, and rooty facets, Myrcene delivers brightness, diffusion, and green freshness across a wide range of formulations. Highly diffusive but with limited substantivity, it enhances citrus, floral, and resinous accords, while serving as a versatile building block in detergents, fine fragrances, and household products.

What Is Myrcene P&F T500? (Chemistry & Structure)

• Chemical Name: 7-Methyl-3-methyleneocta-1,6-diene

• Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₆

• Category: Acyclic monoterpene hydrocarbon

• Function: Adds green, resinous brightness and is also a precursor for many aroma chemicals.

• Source: Naturally found in bay, hops, verbena, and cannabis oils.

Key Identifiers & Compliance Snapshot

Parameter	Specification
CAS Number	123-35-3
FEMA / GRAS Number	2762
EC / EINECS	204-622-5
INCI / Flavor Use	Parfum; Flavouring Agent
Grade Availability	Perfume & Flavor (P&F)

Sensory Profile

• Olfactory Signature: Floral, rose, balsamic, rooty, green, resinous.

• Diffusion: Very diffusive — noticeable even at low concentrations.

• Substantivity: Low; poor persistence on skin, fabric, and surfaces.

Physico-Chemical Properties

• Appearance: Clear to pale yellow liquid

• Purity (Minimum): 85% Myrcene

• Flash Point: 49 °C

• Vapor Pressure: ~320 Pa

• Stability: Sensitive to oxidation and alkaline environments.

Stability & pH Dependence

According to Galbora’s data:

• pH acidic / neutral: Good stability

• pH mid-range: Fair stability

• pH alkaline (basic): Poor stability

👉 Recommended: use antioxidants and store in light-protected, airtight containers to avoid degradation.

Myrcene P&F T500

Applications & Typical Uses

Fragrance Applications

• Fine fragrance

• Soaps, shampoos, lotions

• Air fresheners and candles

Flavor Applications

• Citrus blends

• Tropical fruit accords

• Herbal beverages and candies

Household & Personal Care Products

• Fabric softeners

• Antiperspirants

• Liquid detergents

• Soaps and powder detergents

• Bleach and cleaning formulations

Formulation Strategy & Pairings

• Pairs well with: Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, citrus oils, floral notes.

• Role: Provides freshness, diffusion, and top-note lift.

• Tips:

  • Use with antioxidants to slow oxidation.

  • Balance with long-lasting bases (woody, balsamic notes).

  • Avoid high-pH environments to ensure stability.

Regulatory & Safety Overview

• Flavor Use: FEMA GRAS (No. 2762).

• Fragrance Use: No IFRA restrictions under typical use levels.

• Allergens: Not listed among EU 26 fragrance allergens.

• Toxicity: Low; may cause mild irritation at high concentrations.

Analytical & QC

• Identity Verification: GC-MS retention index & spectrum.

• Assay: ≥85% GC area purity (Galbora P&F T500 specification).

• Monitoring: Check for oxidation products and stability under different pH conditions.

Purchasing Checklist

☑ Verify grade (P&F) and ≥85% purity via COA

☑ Confirm stability data and storage conditions

☑ Ensure compliance documents (SDS, IFRA, allergen status) are provided

☑ Conduct pilot trials in target formulations

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