Description

Geranyl Caprylate is a high-purity ester fragrance ingredient prized for its unique waxy, fruity, and slightly floral aroma profile. This compound is essential for formulators seeking to create sophisticated, natural-smelling top notes with excellent stability and longevity in complex blends. It is a critical component for manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance industry, particularly for applications in fine perfumery, personal care products, and premium home care formulations.

Application

• Fine Fragrance & Perfumery: Used as a top note to impart fresh, waxy, and fruity nuances, often found in floral and citrus accords for perfumes, eau de toilettes, and colognes.
• Personal Care Products: A key ingredient in soaps, shower gels, shampoos, and lotions to provide a pleasant, long-lasting scent profile that enhances product appeal.
• Cosmetics & Toiletries: Incorporated into creams, deodorants, and hair care products for its stable aromatic characteristics and skin-friendly nature in compliant grades.
• Home & Fabric Care: Utilized in premium detergents, fabric softeners, and air fresheners to deliver a clean, fresh, and natural olfactory impression.
• Flavoring Agents: Employed in trace amounts to create or enhance fruity flavor notes in certain food-grade applications, subject to regulatory approval.
• Aromatherapy & Candles: Serves as a fragrance component in essential oil blends and scented candles for its warm, natural aroma.

Basic Information

Product Name	Geranyl Caprylate
CAS No.	51532-26-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₂O₂
Molecular Weight	280.45 g/mol
Synonyms	Geranyl Octanoate; (E)-3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl octanoate; trans-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-yl octanoate; 2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, octanoate, (2E)-; Octanoic acid, 3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadienyl ester; FEMA 2518; Geraniol octanoate; Geranyl n-octanoate
EINECS	257-234-2

Quality Control

Our Geranyl Caprylate is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. It is manufactured to meet the relevant specifications for fragrance and cosmetic use, with potential compliance to standards such as IFRA guidelines and RIFM safety assessments. Comprehensive quality testing includes identity, purity, and olfactory profile verification. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee specification adherence.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to preserve optimal quality and shelf life.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic waxy, fruity, floral
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.456
Specific Gravity (25°C)	0.870 - 0.880
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.