Geranyl acetate

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Geranyl acetate
IUPAC name

3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadiene acetate

Other names

Geraniol acetate; Geranyl ethanoate

Identifiers
CAS number 105-87-3 YesY
PubChem 1549026
ChemSpider 1266019 YesY
UNII 3W81YG7P9R YesY
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Properties
Molecular formula C12H20O2
Molar mass 196.29 g mol−1
Density 0.916 g/cm3 at 15 °C
Melting point <25 °C
Boiling point 240 to 245 °C; 464 to 473 °F; 513 to 518 K ([1])
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Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C (77 °F), 100 kPa)
Infobox references

Geranyl acetate is a natural organic compound that is classified as a monoterpene. It is a colorless liquid with a pleasant floral or fruity rose aroma. Its condensed liquid has a sightly yellow color. Geranyl acetate is insoluble in water, but soluble in some organic solvents such as alcohol and oil.

Geranyl acetate is a natural constituent of more than 60 essential oils, including Ceylon citronella, palmarosa, lemon grass, petit grain, neroli, geranium, coriander, carrot, Camden woollybutt, and sassafras. It can be obtained by fractional distillation of essential oils.

Geranyl acetate is an ester that can be prepared semi-synthetically by the simple condensation of the more common natural terpene geraniol with acetic acid.

Geranyl acetate is used primarily as a component of perfumes for creams and soaps and as a flavoring ingredient. It is used particularly in rose, lavender and geranium formulations where a sweet fruity or citrus aroma is desired.

It is listed on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's list of substances "generally recognized as safe".

See also

References

  1. ↑ Geranyl acetate, Good Scents Company

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