alpha-Pinene home ICD10: L23.9

alpha-Pinene

Formula CAS
C10H16 80-56-8



Background
alpha-Pinene is obtained from oil of turpentine which contains 58-65% alpha-Pinene.

Synonyms
alpha-Pinene
a-Pinene
2,6,6-Trimethylbicyclo[3.1.1]hept-2-ene
2-Pinene
Pinene

Uses
Camphor
Insecticides
Solvents
Plasticizers
Perfume bases
Synthetic pine oil

Cross-Reactions

Unusual Reactions

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Referenties
1. Rudzki E, Grzywa Z. Sensitizing and irritating properties of star anise oil. Contact Dermatitis 1976;2(6):305-308.
2. Dooms-Goossens A, Degreef H, Holvoet C, Maertens M. Turpentine-induced hypersensitivity to peppermint oil. Contact Dermatitis 1977;3(6):304-308.
3. Cachão P, Menezes Brandão F, Carmo M, Frazão S, Silva M. Allergy to oil of turpentine in Portugal. Contact Dermatitis 1986;14(4):205-208.


Auteur(s):
dr. Jan R. Mekkes. Dermatoloog, Amsterdam UMC.

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