Farnesol, 95%

About Farnesol, 95%

Farnesol is a natural product carrying the CAS registry number 4602-84-0, specified at 95% purity. The compound has the formula C15H26O, corresponding to a molecular weight of 222.37 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (2E,6E)-3,7,11-trimethyldodeca-2,6,10-trien-1-ol. Alternative names: 3,7,11-Trimethyl-2,6,10-dodecatrien-1-ol and Farnesyl alcohol.

In its supplied form it is a colourless to yellow to brown liquid. Literature values give a density of 0.886 g/mL at 20 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include phytochemical research, natural product screening, nutraceutical R and D and cosmetics and personal care. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

We offer Farnesol in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g and 100 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Phytochemical research
Natural product screening
Nutraceutical R&D
Cosmetics & personal care

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Farnesol, 95%
Catalogue No.	VQ-003822
CAS Number	4602-84-0
IUPAC name	(2E,6E)-3,7,11-trimethyldodeca-2,6,10-trien-1-ol
Molecular formula	C₁₅H₂₆O
Molecular weight	222.37 g/mol
Exact mass	222.1984
Purity / assay	95%
HSN code	29052290
InChIKey	CRDAMVZIKSXKFV-YFVJMOTDSA-N
SMILES	CC(=CCC/C(=C/CC/C(=C/CO)/C)/C)C
PubChem CID	445070

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to yellow to brown liquid
Density	0.886 g/mL at 20 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	4.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
Synonyms	3,7,11-Trimethyl-2,6,10-dodecatrien-1-ol, Farnesyl alcohol, FCI 119a, 3,7,11-trimethyldodeca-2,6,10-trien-1-ol, 2,6,10-Dodecatrien-1-ol, 3,7,11-trimethyl-, Trimethyl dodecatrienol, 3,7,11-Trimethyl-2,6,10-dodecatrienol, (E,E)-3,7,11-Trimethyl-2,6,10-dodecatrien-1-ol, FCI-119A, Above foot Protect Neymar Jr Unissex, trans,trans-Farnesol, (E,E)-Farnesol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P272, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Farnesol, 95%?

The CAS Registry Number of Farnesol, 95% is 4602-84-0. It is also known as 3,7,11-Trimethyl-2,6,10-dodecatrien-1-ol, Farnesyl alcohol, FCI 119a.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Farnesol, 95%?

Farnesol, 95% has the molecular formula C15H26O and a molecular weight of 222.37 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2E,6E)-3,7,11-trimethyldodeca-2,6,10-trien-1-ol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Farnesol, 95% can I order?

We supply Farnesol, 95% in (95%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Farnesol, 95%?

Yes. Every lot of Farnesol, 95% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Farnesol, 95% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Farnesol, 95% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.