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LINALOOL
CAS:126-91-0
- Chemical name
- Linalool
- 3,7-Dimethyl-1,6-octadien-3-ol
Description
Linalool is one of the most important monoterpene alcohols in the fragrance industry. It features a soft floral aroma with fresh citrus and gentle woody nuances, offering excellent versatility and consumer acceptance.It is widely used in perfumes, cosmetics, personal care products, and household fragrances, serving both as a key floral note and as a blending agent to smooth and balance compositions.
| ITEM | DESCRIPTION |
|---|---|
| CAS No. | 126-91-0 |
| MOLECULAR FORMULA | C10H18O |
| MOLECULAR WEIGHT | 154.25 g/mol |
| APPEARANCE & PHYSICAL STATE (20°C) | COLORLESS LIQUID |
| ODOR | SWEET CAMPHORACEOUS, LIGHT AND REFERSHING, FLORAL-WOODY ODOR WITH FAINTLY CITROUS NOTE. |
| CONTENT | LINALOOL 99% UP. CAMPHOR 0.05% MAX |
| SPECIFIC GRAVITY | 0.855 ~ 0.865. (AT 25℃/25℃) |
| OPTICAL ROTATION | -16°~ -19° |
| BOILING POINT | 198℃ |
| SOLUBILITY | CLEARLY SOLUBLE IN 5 VOLUME OF 70% ALCOHOL |
| USES | LINALOOL IS USED VERY EXTENSIVELY IN PERFUME COMPOSITIONS OF ALMOST ALL TYPE AND PRICE LEVELS. BASICALLY A FLORAL MATERIAL, AND ORIGINALLY A LILYOF-THE VALLEY (MUGUET) INGREDIENT |