Terebene

Name:
Terebene
Detailed information:
A mixture of terpenes, chiefly dipentene and terpinene.

Properties:

Colorless liquid. D 0.862–0.866, inactive optical rotation, Bp 160–172C. Soluble in alcohol; insoluble in water.

Derivation:

From oil of turpentine.

Hazard:

Flammable, moderate fire risk. Toxic by ingestion and inhalation.

Use:

To impart water and oil resistance to cellulosics.