Geraniol

Geraniol

(E)-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol; 2,6-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-8-ol; Trans-geraniol; Roseol

CAS 106-24-1

Chemical Formula C₁₀H₁₈O

Molecular Weight 154.25 g/mol

Geraniol is a naturally occurring monoterpenoid alcohol with a sweet, rose-like fragrance. It is widely used in perfumes, cosmetics, and flavorings due to its pleasant scent and taste. Geraniol also has insect-repellent and antimicrobial properties, making it useful in household and personal care products.

Industrial Uses

1. Flavors & Fragrance 

  • Fragrance Ingredient: Widely used in perfumes, colognes, soaps, and cosmetics due to its sweet floral (rose-like) scent. It adds freshness and floral notes to fragrance blends.
  • Flavoring Agent: Used to impart fruity and floral notes in flavor formulations for beverages, baked goods, chewing gum, and candy.
  • Fixative: Helps stabilize volatile components in perfumes, making the scent last longer.

2. Personal Care

  • Fragrance Component: Added to creams, lotions, shampoos, deodorants, and bath products for its aroma.
  • Natural Additive: Included in “natural” or botanical personal care lines due to its essential oil origin.
  • Masking Agent: Helps neutralize unpleasant base odors in cosmetic formulations.

3. Pharmaceuticals

  • Bioactive Agent: Has demonstrated antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties making it a candidate for therapeutic research.
  • Insect Repellent Component: Sometimes used in natural insect repellent formulations due to its repellent effects, particularly against mosquitoes and ticks.
  • Drug Delivery Research: Studied as a component in nanocarriers and liposomes for targeted delivery systems.

4. Agrochemicals

  • Natural Pesticide / Repellent: Used in organic farming and eco-friendly pest control as a non-toxic insect repellent and nematicide.
  • Attractant or Deterrent: Geraniol can serve as an attractant for bees or as a deterrent for other pests depending on concentration and context.

5. Cleaning & Disinfectant 

  • Fragrance in Cleaners & Air Fresheners: Used in scented household products such as surface cleaners, air fresheners, and laundry detergents.
  • Insect-Repellent Formulations: Incorporated into natural sprays, candles, and lotions designed to repel insects.

Specifications

Assay Typically ≥ 98% (perfume grade)
Appearance Colorless to pale yellow oily liquid
Odor Sweet, rose-like, floral aroma
Boiling Point 230–232 °C
Melting Point −17 °C
Density 0.88 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Solubility Insoluble in water; soluble in alcohol, oils, and organic solvents
Viscosity Low viscosity liquid
Flash Point 96 °C (closed cup)

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FAQs

1. What is the current price of Geraniol in India? 
The price of Geraniol can vary based on factors such as purity, quantity, etc. For the most accurate and competitive pricing, please contact us at +91.6301 00 6301 directly for a customized quote tailored to your needs. 

2. Where can I buy Geraniol in India? 
You can purchase Geraniol from MULTICHEM, a leading exporter with a reputation for quality and reliability. We provide convenient options for bulk orders and direct shipments across global markets. For more details on how to place an order, please visit our website or contact our sales team. 
 
3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Geraniol? 
Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Geraniol is designed to cater to both small-scale and large-scale needs. The MOQ depends on the packing size of the product which could range from 25 kg to 250kg. 
 
4. How can I ensure the quality of Geraniol supplied by Multichem? 
We adhere to stringent quality control processes to ensure that our products meet the highest standards of purity and effectiveness. They undergo rigorous testing and quality checks to guarantee that they comply with industry specifications. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) with every shipment to ensure transparency and quality assurance.