beta-Pinene

Synonyms

2(10)-Pinene; 2,2,6-Trimethylbicyclo(3.1.1)hept-2-ene; 6,6-Dimethyl-2-methylenebicyclo(3.1.1)heptane; 6,6-Dimethyl-2-methylenenorpinane; Bicyclo(3.1.1)heptane, 6,6-dimethyl-2-methylene-; Monoterpenes; Nopinen; Nopinene; PINENE, BETA; Pseudopinen; Pseudopinene; Rosemarel; Terebenthene; [ChemIDplus]

Category

Terpenes

Description

Colorless liquid with a turpentine-like odor; [HSDB]

Sources/Uses

Used as a monomer for terpene resins, a substitute for alpha pinene and a chemical intermediate for fragrances and flavorings; [HSDB] A major constituent of turpentine along with alpha-Pinene and 3-Carene; [ACGIH]

Comments

"Turpentine and the monoterpenes (alpha-pinene, beta-pinene, 3-carene) are skin and mucous membrane irritants, and in high concentrations, are central nervous system (CNS) depressants." A dermal sensitizer; [ACGIH] A skin and mucous membrane irritant; Absorption of large doses may cause delirium, ataxia, and injury to the kidneys; [HSDB] A skin and mucous membrane irritant; Can be absorbed through skin; May cause kidney damage and CNS effects; [MSDSonline] See "Turpentine." See "TERPENES."

Biomedical References

No

20 ppm

5 ppm

2.93 mm Hg

Explanatory Notes

VP from ChemIDplus;

Yes

Acute solvent syndrome

Yes

Not Classifiable

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent:

• Contact dermatitis, allergic
• Encephalopathy, chronic solvent
• Solvents, acute toxic effect

Processes

Industrial Processes with risk of exposure:

• Painting (Solvents)