Description

(-)-Linalool CAS NO 126-91-0 is a high-purity, naturally occurring monoterpene alcohol enantiomer, prized for its characteristic floral and woody aroma. This compound is a critical building block and fragrance ingredient, offering consistent quality and reliable performance for demanding industrial applications. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavors and fragrances, cosmetics, and fine chemical synthesis sectors seeking a pure and enantiomerically defined raw material.

Application

• Fragrance & Perfumery: A key ingredient in fine perfumes, soaps, detergents, and household products for its fresh, floral scent reminiscent of lily of the valley and bergamot.
• Flavoring Agent: Used in food and beverage formulations to impart subtle citrus, floral, and spicy notes, often in fruit flavors and herbal compositions.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into lotions, creams, shampoos, and other products as a fragrance component and for its potential mild soothing properties.
• Aromatherapy: Valued in essential oil blends and diffuser products for its calming and relaxing aromatic profile.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral intermediate or starting material in the synthesis of vitamins (e.g., Vitamin E), other terpenoids, and complex fragrance molecules.
• Industrial & Household Products: Used as a scent additive in air fresheners, cleaning agents, and fabric softeners to provide a pleasant and clean olfactory impression.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-Linalool
CAS No.	126-91-0
Molecular Formula	C10H18O
Molecular Weight	154.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Linalool; (S)-(-)-Linalool; L-Linalool; Licareol; (S)-3,7-Dimethyl-1,6-octadien-3-ol; Coriandrol; (S)-Linalool; β-Linalool
EINECS	204-814-7

Quality Control

Our (-)-Linalool is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure it meets the high standards required by the flavor, fragrance, and pharmaceutical industries. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each batch, detailing parameters such as enantiomeric purity, chemical assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with relevant industry guidelines for fragrance and flavor ingredients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider filling the headspace with an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic floral, woody
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (S)-(-)-Linalool
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.460 - 1.465
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.858 - 0.868
Optical Rotation (20°C)	-18° to -22°

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