Geranyl linalool (CAS 1113-21-9) — Floral Middle Note Fragrance Ingredient
Geranyl linalool
CAS 1113-21-9
What Is Geranyl linalool?
Geranyl linalool is a synthetic fragrance ingredient used in perfumes and personal care products. It contributes a fresh, floral, and slightly woody scent. This ingredient is commonly found in soaps, shampoos, and fine fragrances. Its versatility and pleasant aroma make it a popular choice for creating balanced and long-lasting scents.
Safety Profile
GENERALLY SAFEWhat Does Geranyl linalool Smell Like?
Geranyl linalool offers a fresh, floral aroma with subtle woody undertones. It evolves from a bright, citrusy top note to a heart of soft florals, settling into a gentle woody base. The dry-down is smooth and slightly sweet, making it a versatile ingredient in perfumery.
In Famous Fragrances
Fragrance associations may not reflect actual formulations.
Geranyl linalool adds a fresh floral touch to the iconic aldehydic bouquet, enhancing its timeless appeal.
Used to amplify the floral heart, contributing to the fragrance’s luxurious and feminine character.
2D Molecular Structure
SMILES: CC(C)=CCC\C(C)=C\CC\C(C)=C\CCC(C)(O)C=C
Chemistry, Properties & Perfumer Guide
The Chemistry
Geranyl linalool is a terpene alcohol, part of the linalool family. It is synthesized through the hydration of myrcene or via chemical synthesis from pinene. Its structure includes both geranyl and linalool moieties, contributing to its unique scent profile.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Boiling Point | N/A |
|---|---|
| Density | N/A |
Perfumer Guide
| Application | Typical % | Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine Fragrance | 5-10% | Up to 15% | Adds floral freshness |
| Personal Care | 1-3% | Up to 5% | Mild and pleasant |
Classic Accords
Tip: Use in floral and fresh accords to enhance complexity.
Alternatives & Comparisons
A simpler terpene alcohol with a similar floral scent but less woody depth.
Offers a more pronounced rose-like floral note.
Safety, Regulatory & Sustainability
⚠ Regulatory Disclaimer
General reference only. Consult current IFRA Standards Library before formulating.
IFRA Status
No restrictions under current IFRA standards.
EU Allergen Declaration
Not listed as an EU allergen.
RIFM Assessment
RIFM assessment confirms safety for current usage levels.
Sustainability
Synthetic production ensures consistent quality and reduces environmental impact compared to natural extraction. Sourced from renewable petrochemical feedstocks.
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References
- PubChem Compound Summary for Geranyl linalool PubChem
Data: PubChem (NIH), PubMed, RIFM, IFRA. Last reviewed: Apr 2026.
Report a data errorIngredient Data Sheet
CAS 1113-21-9Physical Properties
| Molecular Weight | 290.5 g/mol🔬 PubChem |
| LogP (Octanol-Water) | 6.4🔬 PubChem |
| Boiling Point | 250 °C🔬 EPA CompTox |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0014 mmHg @ 25°C📊 OPERA |
| Flash Point | 160 °C🔬 EPA CompTox |
| Involatility Index | 0.0001💻 Calculated |
| log Kp (skin permeability) | 0.072💻 Calculated |
| SMILES | CC(=CCCC(=CCCC(=CCCC(C)(C=C)O)C)C)C🔬 PubChem |
Volatility & Performance
| Fragrance Note | Base💻 Calculated |
| Volatility Class | Very slow💻 Calculated |
| Persistence Score | 8.7 / 5💻 Calculated |
Odor & Flavor
| Primary Descriptors | balsamicfloralrosesweet• leffingwell |
| Functional Groups | alcoholalkene💻 RDKit |
| “This alcohol, only recently available on a commercial scale at an attractive price, is used in artificial flower absolutes and in the more delicate and long-lasting floral perfume types, such as Muguet or Jonquil, also in Tuberoso. It blends excellently with the conventional floralizers in these fragrance types, and its delicate odor is usually brought up to a more perceptible level when this alcohol is incorporated in a light, floral base.”📖 Arctander | |
Physical data: PubChem (NIH/NLM), U.S. EPA CompTox Dashboard, EPA OPERA models, RDKit. Odor & flavor: Arctander (Perfume & Flavor Chemicals), Fenaroli's Handbook of Flavor Ingredients, Leffingwell. Thresholds: van Gemert (Compilations of Odour Threshold Values). Regulatory: IFRA Standards 51st, FEMA GRAS. Trade names: Surburg (Common Fragrance & Flavor Materials). All data compiled and cross-referenced for perfumertools.com.
Physicochemical Properties
DTXSID: DTXSID70883645
Physical Properties
| Molecular Weight | 290.491 g/mol🔬 EPA CompTox |
| Density | 0.88 g/cm^3🔬 EPA CTX |
| Boiling Point | 250 °C🔬 EPA CTX |
| Melting Point | 60.427 °C📊 OPERA |
| Flash Point | 160.05 °C🔬 EPA CTX |
| Refractive Index | 1.489 Dimensionless📊 OPERA |
| Molar Volume | 331.566 cm^3/mol📊 OPERA |
Partition & Solubility
| LogP (Octanol-Water) | 6.886 Log10 unitless📊 OPERA |
| LogD (pH 5.5) | 6.886 Log10 unitless📊 OPERA |
| LogD (pH 7.4) | 6.886 Log10 unitless📊 OPERA |
| LogKoa (Octanol-Air) | 10.62 Log10 unitless📊 OPERA |
| Water Solubility | 0 mol/L📊 OPERA |
| Henry's Law Constant | 0 atm-m3/mole📊 OPERA |
Transport Properties
| Vapor Pressure | 0 mmHg📊 OPERA |
| Viscosity | 10.258 cP📊 OPERA |
| Surface Tension | 29.51 dyn/cm📊 OPERA |
| Thermal Conductivity | 139.605 mW/(m*K)📊 OPERA |
Molecular Descriptors
| Topological Polar Surface Area | 20.23 Ų💻 Computed |
| H-Bond Donors | 1 count💻 Computed |
| H-Bond Acceptors | 1 count💻 Computed |
| Rotatable Bonds | 10 count💻 Computed |
| Aromatic Rings | 0 count💻 Computed |
| Molar Refractivity | 95.634 cm^3/mol📊 OPERA |
| Polarizability | 37.912 Å^3📊 OPERA |
Data Sources:
🔬 EPA Experimental data from U.S. EPA CompTox Chemicals Dashboard & CTX APIs. 📊 OPERA Predicted using EPA's OPERA QSAR models. 💻 Computed Calculated from SMILES using RDKit.
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