Flavors & Fragrances
REACH
Hydroxycitronellol
CAS Number
107-74-4
EC Number
203-517-1
FEMA Number
FEMA 2586
What is Hydroxycitronellol?
Hydroxycitronellol (CAS 107-74-4), also known by FEMA 2586, is a fragrance alcohol.
Where is Hydroxycitronellol used?
- Fine fragrance and personal care: delicate lily-of-the-valley note in perfumes, lotions, skin care products
- Flavor compounding: approved FEMA ingredient in food and beverage
- Topical pharmaceuticals and cosmetic bases: solvent and carrier supporting active ingredient delivery
- Printing and packaging: solvent component in ink and coating formulations
- It serves as a recognized building block in perfumery.
Commercial specifications
- Fragrance-grade and flavor-grade specifications are standard commercial forms
- Technical-grade material for industrial solvent applications
Other Names (Synonyms)
3,7-Dimethyloctane-1,7-diol|1,7-Octanediol, 3,7-dimethyl-|3,7-Dimethyl-1,7-octanediol|Citronellol, hydroxy-|R0B4U2I48W|2,6-Dimethyl-2,8-octanediol
What are the physical properties of Hydroxycitronellol?
Melting Point 47.36°C (estimate)
Boiling Point 148 °C @ Press: 10 Torr
Density 0.928 g/cm³ @ Temp: 25 °C
Odor at 100.00 %. mild clean floral lily green peony
Form Liquid:viscous
Vapor Pressure 0.01-0.36Pa at 20-50℃
Refractive Index 1.4599
Log P 1.59 at 25℃ and pH3.8-4.8