CAS 8006-64-2 TURPENTINE OIL - Materials / Alfa Chemistry

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TURPENTINE OIL

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Catalog Number

ACM8006642

CAS Number

8006-64-2

Product Name

TURPENTINE OIL

Category

Polymers

Application

Turpentine oil, derived from the steam distillation of oleo-gum-resin, serves multiple purposes across various industries due to its unique properties. Predominantly composed of terpenes such as alpha-pinene and beta-pinene, it emits a warm, balsamic, and refreshing odor. As a versatile solvent, it is an effective thinner for oil-based paints, varnishes, and polishes. Although it is less common in ready-made interior paints, its utility in shoe polishes remains significant. Turpentine oil is also valuable in organic synthesis, contributing to the production of aroma chemicals like camphor, linalool, and alpha-terpineol. Additionally, it plays a role in the synthesis of aligned carbon nanotubes and can be used as a natural flavoring agent in food. Its varied applications extend to the synthesis of pesticides and facilitate endodontic retreatment procedures. The exact composition and use of turpentine oil are influenced by factors such as the refinement process and the age, location, and species of the softwood source from which it is extracted.

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