middle note floral

Citronellol

Also known as: Dihydrogeraniol, Rhodinol pure, α-Citronellol, Rhodinol, l-Citronellol

Fresh, rosy, slightly citrus, clean floral

IFRA Restriction

This is the maximum allowed percentage of this material in the total finished product, not in the fragrance concentrate.

For example, if a fine fragrance (Category 4A) contains 20% fragrance oil, and IFRA allows 10% of this material, the material can be up to 50% of the fragrance concentrate (10% ÷ 20% = 50%).

CAS 106-22-9, 6812-78-8, 141-25-3
Manufacturers BASF, Symrise

About Citronellol

A monoterpenol with a fresh, rosy-citrus character.

Molecular Information
Molecular Formula C10H20O
Molecular Weight 156.26 g/mol
InChIKey QMVPMAAFGQKVCJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Sources: PubChem

Safety Information
Warning

GHS Classification

Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazardSensitization, SkinSerious eye damage/eye irritationSkin corrosion/irritation

Hazard Statements

  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation
  • H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Sources: PubChem (ECHA C&L)