Overview
Geranyl acetate (CAS 105-87-3 ), also known by its FEMA 2509 designation, is a naturally occurring ester used as a fragrance and flavoring ingredient across personal care, food, and home care markets.
It delivers a fresh, floral-rosy scent profile that forms the backbone of rose, lavender, and citrus-type compositions. In fine fragrance and personal care formulations, it contributes top-to-heart floral notes.
This versatile ingredient is commonly found in perfumes, lotions, and hair care products. Food and beverage manufacturers use it as a flavoring agent in fruit preparations, confectionery, and baked goods.
It is ideal for applications where a light citrus-floral character is required. Home care formulators incorporate it into fabric softeners, air fresheners, and surface cleaners to deliver a recognizable floral scent.
The compound performs effectively even at low use levels. It also functions as a natural-origin ingredient in products positioned for botanical or clean-label fragrance lines, appealing to modern consumers.
The product is supplied as a clear to pale yellow liquid. It is available in fragrance-grade and food-grade specifications to meet the requirements of both flavor houses and cosmetic manufacturers.
Bulk supply is standard in drums and IBCs, with smaller pack sizes available for laboratory or development use. This ensures flexibility for large-scale production and specialized research projects alike.
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Physical Properties
| Melting Point | <25 °C |
| Boiling Point | 240 °C |
| Density | 0.9174 g/cm³ @ Temp: 15 °C |
| Flash Point | 220 °F |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid; odor of lavender. Soluble in alcohol and ether; insoluble in water and glycerol. Combustible. |
| Color | Colourless |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. floral rose lavender green waxy |
| Form | neat |
| Water Solubility | <0.1 g/100 mL at 20 ºC |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.07 mm Hg ( 20 °C) |
| Refractive Index | n 20/D 1.462 |
| Log P | 4.04 at 20℃ |
Safety & Handling
Warning GHS07 GHS09 Hazard Statements H315 Causes skin irritation H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects Precautionary Statements P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P391 Collect spillage. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P332+P317 Get emergency medical help. P333+P317 Get emergency medical help. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29153900 |
| UN Number | 1230 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Storage Class | 10 - Combustible liquids |
| WGK (Germany) | 3 |
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Chemical Properties
- CAS Number
- 105-87-3
- EC Number
- 203-341-5
- Mol. Weight
- 196.29
- HS Code
- 29153900
- Category
- Flavors & Fragrances