Linalool
Description
Linalool is used very extensively in perfume compositions of almost all types and price levels. Basically a floral material, and originally a Lily-of-the V alley (Muguet) ingredient, it is now used in countless floral types, and in Oriental, Ambre, aldehydic, herbaceous and many other fragrance types. It may even form part of a Citrus fragrance or a woody complex, a Lily, Muguet, Honeysuckle, Lilac, Sweet Pea, NeroIi, Appleblossom, Frangipanni, Freesia, Peony, etc. Linalool should be the ingredient that gives the lift in an overall heavier composition.
General Information
| Alt Name | Linalool |
|---|---|
| Category | Aromatic Compound |
| IUPAC Name | 3,7-dimethylocta-1,6-dien-3-ol |
| CAS Number | 78-70-6 |
| Molecular Weight | 154.25 g/mol |
| Canonical SMILES | CC(=CCCC(C)(C=C)O)C |
Organoleptic Properties
| Odor Family | Floral |
|---|---|
| Odor Strength | 1 2 3 4 5 |
| Odor Description | Blueberry, Bois De Rose, Citrus, Floral, Green, Orange, Rose, Sweet, Terpenic, Waxy, Woody |
| Usage Level | 12% in the fragrance concentrate |
| Substantivity | 12 hours at 100% |
Physical Properties
| Appearance | Colorless clear liquid (est) |
|---|---|
| Specific Gravity | 0.858 to 0.867 @ 25 °C. |
| Pounds per Gallon | 7.139 to 7.214 |
| Refractive Index | 1.4598 to 1.4605 @ 20 °C. |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.016 mmHg @ 25 °C. |
| Vapor Density | 5.3 ( Air = 1 ) |
| Boiling Point | 194 to 197 °C. @ 760 mm Hg |
| Flash Point | 173 °F. TCC ( 78.33 °C. ) |
| XLogP | 2.7 |
| 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
| Category | Flavor and fragrance agents |
|---|---|
| Critical Effect | Sensitization |
Safety Information
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| Hazard Statement | H227 - Combustible liquid H315 - Causes skin irritation H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H335 - May cause respiratory irritation |
| Precautionary Statement | P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray P264 - Wash … thoroughly after handling P271 - Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/… P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do – continue rinsing P312 - Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/…/if you feel unwell P321 - Specific treatment (see … on this label) P332 + P313 - If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention P337 + P313 - If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention P362 - Take off contaminated clothing P370 + P378 - In case of fire: Use … to extinguish P403 + P233 - Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed P403 + P235 - Store in a well ventilated place. Keep cool P405 - Store locked up P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. |
| R-phrases | R36/38 - Irritating to eyes and skin 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 |
