Description

Rhodinol is a premium-grade, naturally derived terpene alcohol prized for its exquisite and persistent rose-like floral aroma. This high-value aromatic compound is essential for creating sophisticated, natural fragrance profiles in fine perfumery and personal care products. It is a key ingredient for flavor and fragrance houses, cosmetic manufacturers, and producers of high-end consumer goods seeking to enhance their products with a classic, luxurious scent character.

Application

• Fine Fragrance Formulation: A cornerstone material in floral accords, especially rose, geranium, and lily-of-the-valley, for perfumes, eau de toilettes, and colognes.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used as a fragrance ingredient in soaps, lotions, creams, shampoos, and other toiletries to impart a fresh, floral note.
• Flavor Enhancer: Employed in trace amounts to provide subtle floral nuances in certain food and beverage flavorings, particularly for confectionery and dairy products.
• Aromatherapy & Home Scents: A valuable component in essential oil blends, diffuser oils, candles, and room sprays for its calming and uplifting aromatic properties.
• Industrial Deodorants: Utilized in premium air fresheners and fabric care products to mask odors with a pleasant, natural fragrance.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral intermediate or starting material in the synthesis of other fine chemicals and more complex fragrance molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rhodinol
CAS No.	6812-78-8
Molecular Formula	C10H20O
Molecular Weight	156.27 g/mol
Synonyms	3,7-Dimethyl-7-octen-1-ol; (±)-β-Citronellol; dl-Citronellol; Roseol; Rhodinol 70; Geraniol Extra; 7-Octen-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-; (RS)-3,7-Dimethyloct-7-en-1-ol
EINECS	229-887-4

Quality Control

Our Rhodinol is produced and tested to meet the stringent requirements of the fragrance and flavor industry. We adhere to ISO 9001 quality management standards and ensure compliance with IFRA guidelines and REACH regulations. Every batch is analyzed for identity, purity, and olfactory profile. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific grade specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic rose-like, floral
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	Min. 90% (Rhodinol / Citronellol isomers)
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.455 - 1.465
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.855 - 0.880
Optical Rotation	-1° to +5°
Acid Value	Max. 1.0

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