Geranyl acetate, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

It 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 found to have has anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-proliferative activities.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
It 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 found to have has anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-proliferative activities.

Solubility
Not miscible or difficult to mix in water.

Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents and heat. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition. Keep it refrigerated.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 105-87-3
• Molecular Formula: C12H20O2
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 196.29
• MDL Number: MFCD00015037
• InChI Key: HIGQPQRQIQDZMP-DHZHZOJOSA-N
• Synonym: geranyl acetate, geraniol acetate, bay pine oyster oil, acetic acid, geraniol ester, trans-3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-yl acetate, geranyl ethanoate, acetic acid, geranyl ester, unii-3w81yg7p9r, geranyl acetate, cis, 3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadienyl acetate
• PubChem CID: 1549026
• ChEBI: CHEBI:5331
• IUPAC Name: [(2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dienyl] acetate
• SMILES: CC(C)=CCC\C(C)=C\COC(C)=O

• Density: 0.91
• Boiling Point: 137°C to 139°C (25 mm)
• Flash Point: 104°C (219°F)
• Assay Percent Range: 0.98
• Refractive Index: 1.461
• Quantity: 100 g
• Solubility Information: Not miscible or difficult to mix in water.
• Formula Weight: 196.29
• Percent Purity: 98%
• Chemical Name or Material: Geranyl acetate

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	H315-H319
Hazard Statement	GHS H Statement H315-H319
Precautionary Statement	P264b-P280-P302+P352-P305+P351+P338-P332+P313-P362
EINECSNumber	203-341-5
RTECSNumber	RG5920000
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Keep cold

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only