Farnesol

Description

Very mild and delicate green floral odor with typical lily of the valley character. Farnesol is a nature identical deodorizing agent that has specific anti-bacterial activity against grampositive microbes responsible for body odor.

General Information

CategoryAromatic Compound
IUPAC Name3,7,11-trimethyldodeca-2,6,10-trien-1-ol
CAS Number4602-84-0
Molecular Weight222.37 g/mol
Canonical SMILESCC(=CCCC(=CCCC(=CCO)C)C)C

Organoleptic Properties

Odor Family
Floral
Odor Strength
1
2
3
4
5
Odor DescriptionAngelica, Dry, Floral, Fresh, Linden Flower, Sweet
Substantivity400 hours at 100%

Physical Properties

AppearanceColorless to pale yellow clear oily liquid (est)
Specific Gravity0.884 to 0.889 @ 25 °C.
Pounds per Gallon7.356 to 7.397
Refractive Index1.487 to 1.492 @ 20 °C.
Vapor Pressure0.00037 mmHg @ 25 °C. (est)
Vapor Density>1 ( Air = 1 )
Boiling Point149 °C. @ 4 mm Hg
Flash Point205 °F. TCC ( 96.11 °C. )
XLogP4.8
Shelf Life12 months if stored properly
StorageStore in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light.

IFRA

Standardhttps://ifrafragrance.org/standards/IFRA_STD_036.pdf
CategoryCosmetic, flavor and fragrance agents
Critical EffectDermal sensitization
Restrictions
Usage limits in the finished product
Cat. 1Category 1:0.21 %
Cat. 2Category 2:0.062 %
Cat. 3Category 3:1.2 %
Cat. 4Category 4:1.2 %
Cat. 5ACategory 5A:0.29 %
Cat. 5BCategory 5B:0.29 %
Cat. 5CCategory 5C:0.29 %
Cat. 5DCategory 5D:0.29 %
Cat. 6Category 6:0.68 %
Cat. 7ACategory 7A:2.4 %
Cat. 7BCategory 7B:2.4 %
Cat. 8Category 8:0.12 %
Cat. 9Category 9:2.3 %
Cat. 10ACategory 10A:8.1 %
Cat. 10BCategory 10B:8.1 %
Cat. 11ACategory 11A:4.5 %
Cat. 11BCategory 11B:4.5 %
Cat. 12Category 12:100%

Safety Information

PictogramsGHS09: Environmental Hazard
Hazard StatementH401 - Toxic to aquatic life
H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects
Precautionary StatementP273 - Avoid release to the environment
P391 - Collect spillage
P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
R-phrasesR36/38 - Irritating to eyes and skin
R43 - May cause sensitisation by skin contact
S-phrasesS02 - 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 HazardXi - Irritant

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