Citronellyl Acetate
Citronellyl acetate is a monoterpenoid. It is the acetate ester of citronellol and naturally found in citriodora oil and Citronella oil.
Citronellyl acetate is industirally prepared by the esterification of Citronellol with Acetic Anhydride.
It is extensively used in perfumery and fragrance.
Substance Identification
| Synonyms | Citronellyl ethanoate | Citronellol acetate | Acetic acid | Citronellyl ester |
| CAS | 67601-05-2, 150-84-5, 67650-82-2 |
| EINECS | 266-767-0 |
| FEMA | 2311 |
| HS.CODE | N/A |
| Molecular Formula | C12H22O2 |
| Moleclar Weight | 198.306 |
Application & Uses
- extensively used in perfumery, giving a fresh-rosy, fruity odor to many floral compositions from geranium to muguet
- small amount used in the formulation of apple, lemon, almond and banana flavor
- used as the ingredient in pesticide
- used as mosquito repellent
- used as fragrance in soaps
Features & Benefits
- Soluble in: alcohol, fixed oils, paraffin oil water, 5.686 mg/L @ 25 °C (est);
- Insoluble in: propylene glycol, glycerin
- Rose-like character with green, leafy, pear undertones
Sales Specification
| ITEM | VALUE |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless clear liquid with rose-like character |
| Acid Value, KOH/g | 1.00 max |
| Purity, % | 98 min |
GHS Hazard Statements
| H-Code | H315/411 |
| P-Code | P264/280/273 |
| Response | P302+P352 P321 P332+P313 P362+P364 P391 |
| Storage | no data available |
| Disposal | P501 |
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
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