Alpha-Gurjunene

Name: Alpha-Gurjunene
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-051906

About Alpha-Gurjunene

Alpha-Gurjunene is a hydrocarbon carrying the CAS registry number 489-40-7. Formula C15H24, molecular weight 204.35 g/mol. Systematically, it is named (1aR,4R,4aR,7bS)-1,1,4,7-tetramethyl-1a,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7b-octahydrocyclopropa[e]azulene. It is also known as Gurjunene or alpha-gurjenene.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Alpha-Gurjunene in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Alpha-Gurjunene
Catalogue No.	VQ-051906
CAS Number	489-40-7
IUPAC name	(1aR,4R,4aR,7bS)-1,1,4,7-tetramethyl-1a,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7b-octahydrocyclopropa[e]azulene
Molecular formula	C₁₅H₂₄
Molecular weight	204.35 g/mol
Exact mass	204.1878
InChIKey	SPCXZDDGSGTVAW-XIDUGBJDSA-N
SMILES	C[C@@H]1CC[C@@H]2[C@@H](C2(C)C)C3=C(CC[C@H]13)C
PubChem CID	15560276

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	4.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	(1aR,4R,4aR,7bS)-1,1,4,7-tetramethyl-1a,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7b-octahydro-1H-cyclopropa[e]azulene, 1,1,4,7-tetramethyl-1a,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7b-octahydrocyclopropa(e)azulene, 1,1,4,7-tetramethyl-1a,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7b-octahydrocyclopropa[e]azulene, (1aR,4R,4aR,7bS)-1,1,4,7-tetramethyl-1a,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7b-octahydro-1H-cyclopropa(e)azulene, Gurjunene, alpha-gurjenene, alpha-gurujene, iota-gurjunene, a-gurjunene, Gurjunene-alpha

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H304May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways

Precautionary statements: P301 + P316, P331, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Alpha-Gurjunene?

The CAS Registry Number of Alpha-Gurjunene is 489-40-7. It is also known as (1aR,4R,4aR,7bS)-1,1,4,7-tetramethyl-1a,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7b-octahydro-1H-cyclopropa[e]azulene, 1,1,4,7-tetramethyl-1a,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7b-octahydrocyclopropa(e)azulene, 1,1,4,7-tetramethyl-1a,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7b-octahydrocyclopropa[e]azulene.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Alpha-Gurjunene?

Alpha-Gurjunene has the molecular formula C15H24 and a molecular weight of 204.35 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (1aR,4R,4aR,7bS)-1,1,4,7-tetramethyl-1a,2,3,4,4a,5,6,7b-octahydrocyclopropa[e]azulene.

Which grade and pack sizes of Alpha-Gurjunene can I order?

We supply Alpha-Gurjunene, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Alpha-Gurjunene?

Yes. Every lot of Alpha-Gurjunene is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Alpha-Gurjunene be shipped internationally?

Yes. Alpha-Gurjunene is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.