Rhodinol

Rhodinol
Rhodinol molecule
Names
IUPAC name
(3S)-3,7-Dimethyloct-7-en-1-ol
Other names
(S)-(−)-α-Citronellol; 1-Citronellol
Identifiers
6812-78-8
ChemSpider 73319
Jmol-3D images Image
PubChem 81263
Properties
Molecular formula
C10H20O
Molar mass 156.27 g·mol−1
Except where noted otherwise, data is given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C (77 °F), 100 kPa)
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Infobox 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.[1]

References

  1. Rhodinol at The Good Scents Company

See also