Geranyl acetate
CAS 105-87-3
EC 203-341-5
Formula C12H20O2
MW 196.29 g/mol
Flavors & Fragrances Personal Care & CosmeticsFood & Nutrition Flavoring & Acidulant
Description
Geranyl acetate (CAS 105-87-3, EC 203-341-5) is a naturally occurring terpene ester found in essential oils including geranium, lemon, and palmarosa. Also known as geraniol acetate or by its FEMA designation 2509, it carries no E-code classification. It is registered under REACH and handled as a combustible liquid.
In fragrance formulation, geranyl acetate contributes fresh, floral-citrus top notes and is used to build or extend rose, neroli, and lavender accords. In food and beverage applications, it functions as a flavorant at controlled concentrations, delivering citrus and fruity character to confectionery, baked goods, and beverages. Its ester structure provides moderate volatility suited to both applications.
Geranyl acetate is available in flavor-grade and fragrance-grade specifications, with FCC compliance for food applications and conformance to IFRA guidelines for cosmetic use. It is supplied in standard drum and IBC formats and falls under HS code 29153900 for EU import and export purposes.
In fragrance formulation, geranyl acetate contributes fresh, floral-citrus top notes and is used to build or extend rose, neroli, and lavender accords. In food and beverage applications, it functions as a flavorant at controlled concentrations, delivering citrus and fruity character to confectionery, baked goods, and beverages. Its ester structure provides moderate volatility suited to both applications.
Geranyl acetate is available in flavor-grade and fragrance-grade specifications, with FCC compliance for food applications and conformance to IFRA guidelines for cosmetic use. It is supplied in standard drum and IBC formats and falls under HS code 29153900 for EU import and export purposes.
Physical Properties
| Melting Point | <25 °C |
| Boiling Point | 240 °C |
| Density | 0.9174 g/cm³ @ Temp: 15 °C |
| Flash Point | 220 °F |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid; odor of lavender. Soluble in alcohol and ether; insoluble in water and glycerol. Combustible. |
| Color | Colourless |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. floral rose lavender green waxy |
| Form | neat |
| Water Solubility | <0.1 g/100 mL at 20 ºC |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.07 mm Hg ( 20 °C) |
| Refractive Index | n 20/D 1.462 |
| Log P | 4.04 at 20℃ |
Safety & Handling (Learn More)
Warning GHS07 GHS09
H
H315H317H411H412
P
P261P264P272P273P280P321P391P501P302+P352P332+P317P333+P317P362+P364
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29153900 |
| UN Number | 1230 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Storage Class | 10 - Combustible liquids |
| WGK (Germany) | 3 |
Other Names
[(2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dienyl] acetatetrans-3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-yl acetateGeraniol acetateGeranyl ethanoate
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