What is Olivetol Powder?

Olivetol powder, also known as 5-pentylresorcinol or 5-pentyl-1,3-benzenediol, is an organic compound found in certain species of lichen; it is also a precursor in various syntheses of tetrahydrocannabinol.

Product Specifications

CAS: 500-66-3
Molecular formula: C11H16O2
Molecular weight: 180.24
EINECS: 207-908-8
Melting point: 46-48 °C(lit.)
Boiling point: 164 °C
Density: 1.068±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Acidity coefficient: 9.59±0.10(Predicted)

Main Function

Olivetol powder is a naturally occurring organic compound. It is found in certain species of lichens and can be readily extracted.

5-Pentylresorcinol is also produced by a number of insects, either as a pheromone, repellent or antiseptic.

The cannabis plant internally produces the related substance olivetolic acid (OLA), which was hypothesized that the plant in turn utilizes to biosynthesize the psychoactive product tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).