Citronellol

95%

Citronellol, or dihydrogeraniol, is a natural acyclic monoterpenoid. Both enantiomers occur in nature. It is found in citronella oils, including Cymbopogon nardus (50%), is the more common isomer. (−)-Citronellol is found in the oils of rose (18–55%) and Pelargonium geraniums.

Citronellol can be prepared by hydrogenation of geraniol or nerol.

Citronellol has multiple applications in the industry.

Substance Identification

Synonyms 6-Octen-1-ol | 3,7-dimethyl | Dihydrogeraniol
CAS 106-22-9
EINECS 203-375-0
FEMA 2309
HS.CODE 291600
Molecular Formula C10H20O
Moleclar Weight 156.27

Toxicological Information

LD50 oral, rat 3450mg/kg
LD50 skin, rabbit 2650mg/kg

Application & Uses

  • used in alcoholic fine fragrances
  • widly used in many perfume composition that gives a clean, fresh, and natural rosy note to fragrance
  • used as fabric softeners
  • used as antiperspirant
  • used in detergents

Features & Benefits

  • Soluble in ethanol and most non-volatile oils and propylene glycol, insoluble in glycerol, but insoluble in water

Sales Specification

ITEM VALUE
Apperaance Colorless or slightly yellow liquid
Odor like Rose smell
Specific Gravity, @20/4℃ 0.8520 to 0.860
Refractive Index, @20℃ 1.4520 to 1.4620
Specific Rotation, @20℃ 0 to +2
Purity, @GC, % 95 min
Acid Value, mgKOH/g 1.0 max
LD50 oral, rat 3450mg/kg
LD50 skin, rabbit 2650mg/kg

Package

  • Iron Drum, 180kg net each

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GHS Hazard Statements

H-Code H303+H313/315/317/319/401
P-Code P261/264/272/273/280
Response P302+P352 P305+P351+P338 P312 P333+P313 P337+P313
Storage No data available
Disposal P501
S-phrases: S26-S36-S24/25 | R-phrases: R36/37/38

Storage

  • flammable materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room
  • ground all equipment containing material
  • keep away from heat
  • keep away from sources of ignition
  • keep container tightly closed
  • keep in a cool, well-ventilated place

Remark

The above information is believed to be accurate and presents the best explanation currently available to us. We assume no liability resulting from above content. The technical standards are formulated and revised by customers’ requirement and us, if there are any changes, the latest specification will be executed and confirmed in the contract.

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