Quick Details
- ProName: Geranyl formate
- CasNo: 105-86-2
- Molecular Formula: C11H18O2
- LimitNum: 0
Superiority
Chemical Name 3,7-Dimethyl 12-6-Octadien-1-yl Formate
Appearance Colourless to Slightly Yellow Liquid
Odour Fresh light leaf Rose odor.
Specific…
Details
Chemical Name 3,7-Dimethyl 12-6-Octadien-1-yl Formate
Appearance Colourless to Slightly Yellow Liquid
Odour Fresh light leaf Rose odor.
Specific Gravity 0.909 - 0.917
Refractive Index 1.456 - 1.462
Boiling Point 216 C
Flash Point 85 C
Solubility Insoluble in water, soluble in Alcohol & Oil.
GLC / Assay Carbowax
Citronellyl Formate - Max 45%
Neryl Formate - Max 20%
Geranyl Formate - 45-50 % Min
Sum Ester content - 85 -90%
Acid Value Max 5.0
Stability Moderately stable. Not known to cause discoloration
Storage No special precautions required.
Uses For preparation of Tea Rose,Orange Flower, and Floral Compounds .
Use Level Upto 5%,
General G.R.A.S. / FEMA No. 2514