Geraniol
Description
Citronella, Floral, Fruity, Green, Metallic/Metal. Used in all types of fragrances especially rose accords and with other florals. Used in personal care, household, soaps, detergents, and also fine perfumery.
General Information
| Category | Aromatic Compound |
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| IUPAC Name | (2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-ol |
| CAS Number | 106-24-1 |
| Molecular Weight | 154.25 g/mol |
| Canonical SMILES | CC(=CCCC(=CCO)C)C |
Organoleptic Properties
| Odor Family | Floral |
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| Odor Strength | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| Odor Description | Citronella, Citrus, Floral, Fruity, Rose, Sweet, Waxy |
| Substantivity | 60 hours at 100% |
Physical Properties
| Appearance | Colorless clear liquid (est) |
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| Specific Gravity | 0.87 to 0.885 @ 25 °C. |
| Pounds per Gallon | 7.239 to 7.364 |
| Refractive Index | 1.469 to 1.482 @ 20 °C. |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.021 mmHg @ 25 °C. |
| Vapor Density | 5.31 ( Air = 1 ) |
| Boiling Point | 229 to 230 °C. @ 760 mm Hg |
| Flash Point | 226 °F. TCC ( 108 °C. ) |
| Melting Point | -16 to -14 °C. @ 760 mm Hg |
| XLogP | 2.9 |
| Acid Value | 1 max. KOH/g |
| Shelf Life | 24 months if stored properly |
| Storage | Store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light. |
IFRA
| Standard | https://ifrafragrance.org/standards/IFRA_STD_037.pdf | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Category | Flavor and fragrance agents | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Critical Effect | Dermal sensitization | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Restrictions Usage limits in the finished product |
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Safety Information
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| Hazard Statement | H315 - Causes skin irritation H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction H318 - Causes serious eye damage H402 - Harmful to aquatic life |
| Precautionary Statement | P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray P264 - Wash … thoroughly after handling P272 - Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace P273 - Avoid release to the environment P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/… P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do – continue rinsing P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/… P321 - Specific treatment (see … on this label) P333 + P313 - If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention P362 - Take off contaminated clothing P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. |
| R-phrases | R36/38 - Irritating to eyes and skin R41 - Risk of serious damage to eyes R43 - May cause sensitisation by skin contact |
| S-phrases | S02 - Keep out of the reach of children S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing |
| Europe Standard Hazard | Xi - Irritant |
