Rhodinol

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Rhodinol[1]
IUPAC name (3S)-3,7-Dimethyloct-7-en-1-ol
Identifiers
CAS number [141-25-3]
PubChem 81263
SMILES CC(CCCC(=C)C)CCO
Properties
Molecular formula C10H20O
Molar mass 156.27 g/mol
Boiling point

68-70 °C at 1.8 mmHg

Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state
(at 25 °C, 100 kPa)

Infobox disclaimer and references

Rhodinol is a monoterpene alcohol that occurs naturally in geranium and citronella oils. It is used in cosmetics and perfumery to impart flowery odors.

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