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Citronellol
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 |
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 |
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GHS Hazard Statements
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
| 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 | |
| Disposal | P501 |
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