Aroma Chemicals

CITRONELLOL

CAS:106-22-9
Chemical name
Citronellol
3,7-Dimethyl-6-octen-1-ol
Dihydrogeraniol
β-Citronellol
Citronella alcohol

Description

Citronellol is a naturally occurring monoterpene alcohol found in various essential oils, including citronella, rose, and geranium. It appears as a colorless to pale yellow, clear liquid and is characterized by a soft, fresh aroma combining rosy floral notes with mild citrus and herbal nuances, resulting in a smooth and gentle scent profile.

Thanks to its natural character, good stability, and excellent compatibility with other fragrance ingredients, citronellol is widely used in fragrance, flavor, and personal care applications. It is commonly incorporated into floral, fresh, and nature-inspired accords to enhance smoothness, softness, and overall fragrance harmony.

ITEM DESCRIPTION
CAS No. 106-22-9
MOLECULAR FORMULA C10H20O
MOLECULAR WEIGHT 156.27 g/mol
APPEARANCE & PHYSICAL STATE (20°C) COLORLESS MOBIBLE LIQUID
ODOR FRESH ROSY ODOR
SPECIFIC GRAVITY 0.850 ~ 0.860 g/cm³
CONTENT CITRONELLOL 98% MIN. (GERANIOL : 1% MAX.)
BOILING POINT 222℃
FLASH POINT 79℃
REFRACTIVE INDEX (N20/D) 1.4540~1.4620 g/cm³
OPTICAL ROTATION +2.0°~ +3.0°
USES IT IS EXTENSIVELY USED IN ROSE, LILY, LILAC, GERANIUM AND MANY OTHER PERFUMES

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