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beta-Santalene

Also known as (-)-beta-Santalene, (1S,2R,4R)-2-methyl-3-methylidene-2-(4-methylpent-3-en-1-yl)bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane, (1S-exo)-2-methyl-3-methylene-2-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane

CAS 511-59-1Formula C15H24Molar mass 204.36 g/molEC 208-130-1
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beta-Santalene chemical structure, C15H24, CAS 511-59-1
2D chemical structure

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CAS number
511-59-1
Formula
C15H24
Molar mass
204.36 g/mol
EC number
208-130-1
HS code
290219
Category
Synthetic aroma chemicals

What is beta-Santalene?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

(-)-beta-santalene is a sesquiterpene and carbobicyclic compound that is bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane in which the hydrogens at position 3 are substituted by a methylidene group, while the 2-exo- and 2-endo- hydrogens are subsitituted by 2-methylpent-2-en-5-yl and methyl groups, respectively (the 1S,2R,4R enantiomer). It has a role as a plant metabolite. It is a sesquiterpene, a polycyclic olefin, a bridged compound and a carbobicyclic compound.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(1S,2R,4R)-2-methyl-3-methylidene-2-(4-methylpent-3-enyl)bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane
CAS number
511-59-1 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 37876-50-9
EC number
208-130-1
Molecular formula
C15H24
UNII
RG725C564C
INCI name
BETA-SANTALENE
InChIKey
PGBNIHXXFQBCPU-ILXRZTDVSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C15H24/c1-11(2)6-5-9-15(4)12(3)13-7-8-14(15)10-13/h6,13-14H,3,5,7-10H2,1-2,4H3/t13-,14+,15+/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
C=C1C2CCC(C2)C1(C)CCC=C(C)C
Isomeric SMILES
CC(=CCC[C@@]1([C@H]2CC[C@H](C2)C1=C)C)C

Synonyms

  • (-)-beta-Santalene
  • (1S,2R,4R)-2-methyl-3-methylidene-2-(4-methylpent-3-en-1-yl)bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane
  • (1S-exo)-2-methyl-3-methylene-2-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane
  • (1S,2R,4R)-2-methyl-3-methylidene-2-(4-methylpent-3-enyl)bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane
  • (1S,2R,4R)-2-Methyl-3-methylene-2-(4-methyl-3-penten-1-yl)bicyclo(2.2.1)heptane
  • Bicyclo(2.2.1)heptane, 2-methyl-3-methylene-2-(4-methyl-3-penten-1-yl)-, (1S,2R,4R)-
  • Bicyclo(2.2.1)heptane, 2-methyl-3-methylene-2-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-, (1S,2R,4R)-
  • Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane, 2-methyl-3-methylene-2-(4-methyl-3-penten-1-yl)-, (1S,2R,4R)-
  • Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane, 2-methyl-3-methylene-2-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-, (1S,2R,4R)-
  • Bicyclo(2.2.1)heptane, 2-methyl-3-methylene-2-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-, (1S-exo)-
  • (1S,2R,4R)-2-methyl-3-methylidene-2-(4-methylpent-3-en-1-yl)bicyclo(2.2.1)heptane
  • (1S,2R,4R)-2-methyl-3-methylidene-2-(4-methylpent-3-enyl)bicyclo(2.2.1)heptane
  • (1S-exo)-2-Methyl-3-methylene-2-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)bicyclo(2.2.1)heptane
  • Bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane, 2-methyl-3-methylene-2-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-, (1S-exo)-
  • (-)-ss-Santalen
  • (+/-)-beta-Santalene
  • (+/-)-?-Santalene

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
204.36 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
204.1878 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.73calc.
Topological polar surface area
0 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
0calc.
Rotatable bonds
3calc.
Heavy atoms
15calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.73calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
3calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C=C1CC2CCC1C2

C=C1CC2CCC1C2

2 rings, 8 atoms, the 2-Methylene-bicyclo(2.2.1)heptane ring system.

163 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name BETA-SANTALENE(perfuming)

Roles

  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • metabolite
  • plant metabolite

Functional uses

  • Fragrance

Cosmetic functions

  • Perfuming

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Inactive in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code beta-Santalene is traded under.

HS 2902.19Indicative HS code

Cyclanes, cyclenes and cycloterpenes, other

World exports in 2024
$979M
+24.3% vs 2023, imports $1B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China23.4%
  2. United States20.6%
  3. Germany13.6%
Top importers
  1. India * partner reported9.9%
  2. United States9.8%
  3. South Korea9.5%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for beta-Santalene is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about beta-Santalene, based on the data on this page

What is beta-Santalene?

(-)-beta-santalene is a sesquiterpene and carbobicyclic compound that is bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane in which the hydrogens at position 3 are substituted by a methylidene group, while the 2-exo- and 2-endo- hydrogens are subsitituted by 2-methylpent-2-en-5-yl and methyl groups, respectively (the 1S,2R,4R enantiomer).

What is the CAS number of beta-Santalene?

The CAS registry number of beta-Santalene is 511-59-1. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 37876-50-9.

What is the molecular formula and weight of beta-Santalene?

The molecular formula of beta-Santalene is C15H24 and its molar mass is 204.36 g/mol.

What is beta-Santalene used for?

Known uses and roles of beta-Santalene include fragrance ingredients in cosmetics and personal care, fragrance ingredients in flavors and fragrances, terpenes and terpenoids in flavors and fragrances, eukaryotic metabolite, metabolite and 3 more.

Is beta-Santalene hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for beta-Santalene is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of beta-Santalene?

beta-Santalene is usually classified under HS code 290219 (Cyclanes, cyclenes and cycloterpenes, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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