CAS No. 13466-78-9

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3-Carene Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
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Chemical Information

IUPAC Name 3,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[4.1.0]hept-3-ene
CAS Number 13466-78-9
Molecular Formula

C10H16
 
Molecular Weight (MW) 136.23
SMILES CC1=CCC2C(C1)C2(C)C
InChIKey BQOFWKZOCNGFEC-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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Biological Activity

3-Carene is a natural bicyclic monoterpene compound found in pine essential oils that acts as a bioactive agent targeting inflammatory pathways and bone tissue regulation. It attenuates COX-2 overexpression and inhibits lipopolysaccharide-induced macrophage migration in RAW 264.7 cells. Furthermore, 3-carene stimulates the enzymatic activity and expression of alkaline phosphatase, promoting early-stage osteoblastic differentiation and matrix mineralization during bone formation.

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FAQ
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
  • Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
  • Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
  • For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
  • Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).

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Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.