6802. Oil of Marjoram

Description and references

Volatile oil from Origanum marjorana L., Labiatae. Constit. About 40% terpenes, chiefly terpinene; d-terpineol.

Properties

Yellow or greenish-yellow liquid. d1515 0.888-0.912. αD20 +13 to +18°. Insol in water; sol in 2 vols 80% alcohol; sol in chloroform, ether.

Use

In perfumes and microscopy.