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Citronellol
CAS Number
106-22-9
EC Number
203-375-0
FEMA Number
FEMA 2309
What is Citronellol?
Citronellol (CAS 106-22-9) is a naturally derived acyclic monoterpene alcohol used as a fragrance ingredient in personal care, fine fragrance and household products.
Where is Citronellol used?
- Personal care: core building block in floral and green fragrance accords
- Perfumes, lotions, shampoos and soaps
- Coatings and printing inks: reactive diluent and cross-linking component for specialised systems
- Adhesives and sealants: reactive modifier influencing network formation during curing
- Household cleaners, fabric softeners and air care products: standard ingredient for scent longevity and character
- Its alcohol functionality contributes to cure performance in UV and oxidative systems.
Good to know: Natural-origin material is relevant for clean-label and natural fragrance positioning. Offered with documentation supporting IFRA compliance and natural origin certification.
Commercial specifications
- Natural and synthetic grades
- Drum and IBC quantities
- ISO fragrance industry benchmarks
Other Names (Synonyms)
3,7-dimethyloct-6-en-1-ol|(±)-β-citronellol
What are the physical properties of Citronellol?
Melting Point <25 °C
Boiling Point 223.25 °C
Density 0.857 g/cm³
Flash Point 209 °F
Appearance colourless liquid with a characteristic, rose-like, smell
Color Clear almost colorless
Odor at 100.00 %. floral leather waxy rose bud citrus
Form Liquid
Water Solubility SLIGHTLY SOLUBLE
Vapor Pressure ~0.02 mm Hg ( 25 °C)
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.456(lit.)
Log P 3.41 at 25℃
How is Citronellol classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant GHS09· Environmental Hazard
Hazard Statements
H315 Causes skin irritation
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H401 Toxic to aquatic life
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary Statements
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Citronellol?
HS Code 29052220
WGK (Germany) 1