Description

cis-trans-Farnesol is a naturally occurring sesquiterpene alcohol, a key intermediate in the biosynthesis of various terpenoids. This compound is valued for its versatile role as a fragrance ingredient, flavor enhancer, and a crucial building block in fine chemical synthesis. It serves the needs of manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries.

Application

• Fragrance and Perfumery: A key component in floral and citrus scent profiles for perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care products.
• Flavor Industry: Used as a flavoring agent to impart fruity and floral notes in food and beverage formulations.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a vital chiral intermediate and precursor in the synthesis of vitamins (e.g., Vitamin E, K) and other bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemicals: Serves as a starting material or intermediate for the production of certain pesticides and insect pheromones.
• Research & Development: Utilized in biochemical and pharmacological studies related to cell signaling, apoptosis, and terpenoid metabolism.
• Industrial Biotechnology: A target molecule in microbial fermentation and metabolic engineering for sustainable production.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-trans-Farnesol
CAS No.	3790-71-4
Molecular Formula	C15H26O
Molecular Weight	222.37 g/mol
Synonyms	(2E,6E)-Farnesol; (E,E)-Farnesol; trans,trans-Farnesol; 2,6,10-Dodecatrien-1-ol, 3,7,11-trimethyl-, (2E,6E)-; all-trans-Farnesol; Farnesol (mixture of isomers); Lemonol; NSC 2280
EINECS	223-264-0

Quality Control

Our cis-trans-Farnesol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the required specifications for your application. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, isomer ratio, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Isomer Ratio (cis/trans)	Contact for details
Refractive Index (n20D)	~1.487 - 1.492
Specific Gravity (20°C)	~0.887 - 0.892

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