Nerolidol
Nerolidol, also known as peruviol or penetrol, is a naturally occurring sesquiterpene. It is found in various essential oils, including neroli, petitgrain oil, cananga oil, and jasmine oil. Nerolidol appears as a colourless to pale yellow clear oily liquid with a distinctive minty floral odour. Its purity is typically 90% minimum.
Nerolidol is industrially prepared using linalool as the raw material, which is converted into geranyl acetone, followed by ethynylation and hydrogenation reactions.
Substance Identification
| Synonyms | trans-Nerolidol | Peruviol | Melaleucol | Methyl vinyl homogeranyl carbinol | Methylvinylhomogeranyl carbinol |
| CAS | 7212-44-4 |
| EINECS | 230-597-5 |
| FEMA | 2772 |
| HS.CODE | 290500 |
| Molecular Formula | C15H26O |
| Moleclar Weight | 222.372 |
Toxicological Information
| LD50 oral, rat | 5gm/kg min |
| LD50 dermal, rabbit | 5gm/kg min |
Application & Uses
- Fragrance & Flavour:
- Primarily used in the fragrance formulation of high-quality cosmetics, and also in the flavouring of food and beverages. For instance, a small addition of 0.05% is effective for ready-to-drink beverages or simple broths.
- Pharmaceutical & Bioactivity:
- Serves as an important intermediate in the synthesis of vitamin E.
- Exhibits anti-fungal, antimicrobial, and sedative properties.
- Possesses anti-leishmaniasis and anti-malarial properties.
- Studies indicate its potential anti-ulcer, anti-cancer, and anti-tumour activity.
- Demonstrates insect repellent activity.
- Functions as a skin penetration enhancer.
- Displays anti-nociceptive and anti-inflammatory effects.
- Exhibits anti-parasitic and anti-biofilm properties.
- Shows antioxidant activity.
Features & Benefits
Sales Specification
| ITEM | VALUE |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow clear oily liquid |
| Specific Gravity, @25.00 °C | 0.87000 to 0.87600 |
| Refractive Index, @20.00 °C | 1.47800 to 1.48300 |
| Optical Rotation, ° | -2.00 to +2.00 |
| Purity, % | 90 min |
GHS Hazard Statements
| H-Code | H317/319/410 |
| P-Code | P261/264/272/273/280 |
| Response | P302+P352 P305+P351+P338 P333+P313 P337+P313 P391 |
| Storage | No data available |
| Disposal | P501 |
Storage
- Environmental & Temperature Control:
- Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, and protect from light.
- Avoid high temperatures to maintain product stability and prevent decomposition or volatilisation.
- Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place.
- Container Management & Prevention:
- Ensure containers are tightly closed to prevent volatilisation and external contamination, and are clearly labelled.
- Ground all equipment containing the material to prevent static build-up.
- Hazard Isolation:
- Keep storage areas away from heat, sparks, open flames, and all sources of ignition.
- This combustible liquid should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room.
- Keep away from incompatible materials to prevent hazardous reactions.
- Safe Handling & Inspection:
- Handle carefully, and stack stably.
- After prolonged storage, always check quality before use.
- Compliance & Emergency Preparedness:
- Strictly comply with all safety regulations, particularly those pertaining to combustible liquid storage.
- Ensure emergency plans are in place for unforeseen circumstances.
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