Description

Geranyl Acetate is a naturally occurring monoterpene ester prized for its characteristic sweet, floral, and fruity aroma reminiscent of roses and lavender. This compound is a fundamental building block in fragrance and flavor creation, offering excellent stability and blending properties. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, cosmetics, and food & beverage industries seeking to impart complex, natural-smelling top notes to their products.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: A key ingredient in fine perfumery, soaps, detergents, and personal care products for its fresh, rosy, and slightly citrusy top notes.
• Flavor Creation: Used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages to impart fruity, berry, and citrus nuances, particularly in candies, baked goods, and soft drinks.
• Cosmetics & Toiletries: Incorporated into lotions, creams, and hair care products for its pleasant scent and skin-feel properties.
• Aromatherapy & Essential Oils: Serves as a component in aromatic blends and as a modifier in natural essential oil compositions.
• Industrial Deodorants: Utilized in air fresheners and household cleaning products to provide a fresh, natural masking fragrance.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a valuable chiral intermediate or starting material in the synthesis of more complex fragrance molecules and fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Geranyl Acetate
CAS No.	105-87-3
Molecular Formula	C12H20O2
Molecular Weight	196.29 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-yl acetate; (E)-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-yl acetate; 2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, acetate, (2E)-; Geraniol acetate; Geranyl alcohol acetate; (E)-Geranyl acetate; β-Geranyl acetate; NSC 406914
EINECS	203-341-5

Quality Control

Our Geranyl Acetate is produced under strict quality management systems. We offer grades suitable for fragrance, flavor (FCC), and cosmetic applications, with specifications tailored to meet industry requirements. Every batch is analyzed to ensure consistent purity, odor profile, and chemical identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent oxidation and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic sweet, floral, rose-like
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.458 - 1.464
Specific Gravity (25°C/25°C)	0.900 - 0.914
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.