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Geranyl Formate
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Geranyl formate is a naturally occurring ester used in fragrance and flavor formulations. It exhibits a floral, fruity aroma and is valued in perfumery and food science. Available in pure form with a molecular weight of 182.26 g/mol, its CAS number is 105-86-2, and it is stable at ambient temperatures. This product carries the signal word Danger: it is harmful if swallowed, may cause an allergic skin reaction, causes serious eye damage, and is very toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects. Molekula supplies Geranyl Formate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to pale yellow, mobile liquid |
| Density | 0.906 - 0.925 |
| Boiling Point | 225-227℃ |
| Flash Point | 85.00 |
| Odour | Fresh, leafy, rosy |
| Assay | ≥90% |
| Optical Rotation | -1.00 - 1.00° |
| Taste | Bitter |
| Acid Value (mg KOH/g) | ≤3 mg KOH/g |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 103 °C |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 216 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in alcohol, most fixed oils; insoluble in glycerol, propylene glycol, water |
Source: PubChem CID 5282109 (Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90034435 |
| CAS Number | 105-86-2 |
| IUPAC Name | [(2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dienyl] formate |
| EC Number | 203-339-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C11H18O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 182.26 |
| Exact Mass | 182.1307 |
| SMILES | CC(=CCC/C(=C/COC=O)/C)C |
| InChIKey | FQMZVFJYMPNUCT-YRNVUSSQSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C11H18O2/c1-10(2)5-4-6-11(3)7-8-13-9-12/h5,7,9H,4,6,8H2,1-3H3/b11-7+ |
| PubChem CID | 5282109 |
| UN Number | UN3082 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2915135000 |
| Tariff Code | 2915130090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl formate
- [(2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dienyl] formate
- 2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, 1-formate, (2E)-
- 2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, formate, (2E)-
- 2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, formate, (E)-
- FEMA No. 2514
- Formic acid, geraniol ester
- GERANIOL FORMATE
- Geranyl methanoate
- trans-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-yl formate
Frequently asked questions
What is Geranyl Formate used for?
Geranyl formate is primarily used in fragrance and flavor formulations due to its floral, fruity aroma.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Geranyl Formate?
The formula is C11H18O2 with a molecular weight of 182.26 g/mol.
How should Geranyl Formate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from light and moisture.
What grade of Geranyl Formate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Geranyl Formate in technical grade.
Can Molekula supply Geranyl Formate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Geranyl Formate in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a Geranyl Formate order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
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