dl-Limonene (racemic)

At a glance

dl-Limonene is a racemic mixture of the optical isomers of limonene, used in perfumery for its fresh, citrusy scent and as a solvent or intermediate in the production of other fragrance materials

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
produced synthetically or derived from citrus oils
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Terpene
CAS number
138-86-3
Profile
fresh, citrusy
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01