Geraniol

Synonym: 106-24-1; Lemonol; Geranyl alcohol; trans-Geraniol; (E)-Geraniol; (E)-3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-ol; (2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-ol; (E)-Nerol; Trans-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol; (E)-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol; Geraniol Extra; Geraniol alcohol; Beta-Geraniol; 3,7-Dimethyl-trans-2,6-octadien-1-ol; Guaniol; 3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol; 2E-geraniol; 2-trans-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol; (2E)-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol; 3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-ol; 2,6-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-8-ol; Geraniol (natural); Trans-3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadien-8-ol

MDL: MFCD00002917
CAS Number: 106-24-1
Compound CID: 637566

Product Size

100 mg; 200 mg; 500 mg; 1 g

Price

Datasheet

MSDS

Properties

Description

Geraniol is an aromatic chemical, usually appearing as a clear liquid with a sweet floral odor.

Molecular Weight

154.252

Molecular Formula

C₁₀H₁₈O

Source

Found in free state and as esters in many essential oils

Form

Purity

>98%, determined by HPLC.

Solubility

It is soluble in ethanol, ether, propylene glycol, mineral oil and animal oil, insoluble in water and glycerin.

Identity

Confirmed by NMR and MS.

Melting Point

-15°C

Applications

Geraniol can be used as a component of many fragrances and food flavorings for its fruity-rose notes.

Safety Information

Personal Protective Equipment

Gloves, eyeshields, N95 mask