Description

3,7-Dimethyl-1-Octen-3-Ol is a monoterpene alcohol known for its fresh, floral, and slightly woody aroma profile. This compound is a key fragrance and flavor intermediate prized for its ability to impart natural, green, and citrus-like notes to complex formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance (F&F), cosmetic, and personal care industries seeking high-quality aroma chemicals for perfumes, soaps, lotions, and food flavorings.

Application

• Fragrance Compound Synthesis: A crucial building block for creating sophisticated perfume accords with floral, citrus, and woody characteristics.
• Flavor Ingredient: Used to enhance or create natural-tasting citrus, green, and herbal flavor profiles in beverages, confectionery, and dairy products.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated into soaps, shower gels, shampoos, and lotions as a fragrance component.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Adds a fresh, clean scent to creams, deodorants, and other cosmetic preparations.
• Household Products: Employed in air fresheners, detergents, and cleaning products for its pleasant and diffusive aroma.
• Aromatherapy & Diffuser Oils: Used as a component in essential oil blends and scent diffusers.
• Technical Fragrance Applications: Suitable for industrial deodorants and functional products requiring stable, long-lasting scent.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,7-Dimethyl-1-Octen-3-Ol
CAS No.	18479-49-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₂₀O
Molecular Weight	156.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Linalool Oxide (pyranoid); 2-Methyl-2-vinyl-5-(α-hydroxyisopropyl)tetrahydrofuran; 2-Vinyl-2-methyl-5-(2-hydroxypropan-2-yl)tetrahydrofuran; 5-Ethenyl-2-methyl-2-(1-hydroxy-1-methylethyl)tetrahydrofuran; Tetrahydro-2-methyl-2-vinyl-5-(1-hydroxy-1-methylethyl)furan; Furanol; Pyran Linalool Oxide
EINECS	242-355-1

Quality Control

Our 3,7-Dimethyl-1-Octen-3-Ol is produced and tested to meet the stringent requirements of the flavor and fragrance industry. Quality is assured through comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, IR, and organoleptic evaluation, to ensure consistent purity, identity, and olfactory profile. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical specifications are available for every batch upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic, floral, woody
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.460
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.920 - 0.935
Solubility	Miscible with alcohols, oils; slightly soluble in water

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