Geraniol

Name: Geraniol
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019205

About Geraniol

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Geraniol in Synthesis grade, an aroma chemical registered under CAS number 106-24-1, specified at 98% purity. Formula C10H18O, molecular weight 154.25 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-ol. It is also known as trans-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol or Geranyl alcohol.

It is supplied as a colourless liquid. Literature values give a boiling point of 229-230 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for flavour formulation, fragrance compounding, aroma research and organic synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are food and beverage processing and cosmetics and personal care.

Available in 100 g, 500 g and 4 x 25 kg packs, Geraniol is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Geraniol
Catalogue No.	VQ-019205
CAS Number	106-24-1
IUPAC name	(2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-ol
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₈O
Molecular weight	154.25 g/mol
Exact mass	154.1358
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29052220
InChIKey	GLZPCOQZEFWAFX-JXMROGBWSA-N
SMILES	CC(=CCC/C(=C/CO)/C)C
PubChem CID	637566

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Boiling point	229-230 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
Synonyms	trans-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol, Geranyl alcohol, Lemonol, trans-Geraniol, (E)-3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-ol, (E)-Geraniol, beta-Geraniol, Geraniol alcohol, (E)-Nerol, (E)-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol, Geraniol Extra, Guaniol

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction

Precautionary statements: P261, P272, P280, P302 + P352, P321, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, 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 Geraniol?

The CAS Registry Number of Geraniol is 106-24-1. It is also known as trans-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol, Geranyl alcohol, Lemonol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Geraniol?

Geraniol has the molecular formula C10H18O and a molecular weight of 154.25 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-ol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Geraniol can I order?

We supply Geraniol in Synthesis (98%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Geraniol?

Yes. Every lot of Geraniol 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 Geraniol be shipped internationally?

Yes. Geraniol 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.