Identification

Namecitronellyl formate
IUPAC3,7-dimethyloct-6-enyl formate
CAS Number105-85-1
EINECS203-338-9
FDA UNII7B1MY2BRDK
Molecular FormulaC11 H20 O2
Molecular Weight184.27880000
MDL NumberMFCD00021050
Nikkaji NumberJ2.854A
Beilstein1723215
CoE Number345

Regulatory

JECFA Food Flavoring53 citronellyl formate
DG SANTE Food Flavourings09.078 citronellyl formate
FEMA Number2314
FDANo longer provide for the use of these seven synthetic flavoring substances
FDA Mainterm (SATF)105-85-1 ; CITRONELLYL FORMATE
FDA RegulationFDA PART 172 -- FOOD ADDITIVES PERMITTED FOR DIRECT ADDITION TO FOOD FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION

Physical Properties

Appearance colorless clear liquid (est)
Assay 96.00 to 100.00
Food Chemicals Codex Listed Yes
Specific Gravity 0.89000 to 0.90300 @ 25.00 °C., 0.89100 to 0.89900 @ 20.00 °C.
Pounds per Gallon - (est). 7.406 to 7.514
Pounds per Gallon - est. 7.423 to 7.489
Refractive Index 1.44300 to 1.45000 @ 20.00 °C.
Boiling Point 235.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg, 97.00 to 98.00 °C. @ 11.00 mm Hg
Acid Value 2.00 max. KOH/g
Vapor Pressure 0.030000 mmHg @ 25.00 °C. (est)
Vapor Density 6.3 ( Air = 1 )
Flash Point 195.00 °F. TCC ( 90.56 °C. )
logP (o/w) 3.800
Shelf Life 24.00 month(s) or longer if stored properly.
Storage store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light.
Soluble in alcohol
Insoluble in glycerin
Stability alcoholic fine fragrance, good
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Cosmetic Information

CosIngcosmetic data
Cosmetic Usesperfuming agents

Organoleptic Properties

Odor Strength medium
Substantivity 40 hour(s) at 100.00 %
Odor Description
at 100.00 %.
Sweet, green, waxy, floral, apricot, citrus, fruity and mandarin
A tropical, fruity, rose odor
Fresh citrus, grapefruit rind note similar to Limonene
apricot; honey; peach; plum; rose
Fruity, Floral, Rose, Honey
green, fresh floral, fruity elements, pear, geranium
sweet, leafy-green, citrus, fruity (apricot)
FLORAL, CUCUMBER, APRICOT, BERGAMOT
Citrus, Dry, Floral, Fresh, Fruity, Green, Honey, Leafy/ Leaf
Green (bergamot), fresh flowers, fruit (apricots) with hints of pear and geranium
Odor sample from CA Aromatics Company Inc.
Taste Description
at 20.00 ppm.
fruity
strong geranium, rose character, slightly citrus, fruity, sweet

Safety Information

Preferred SDSView
European informationMost important hazard(s):
Human Experience4 % solution: no irritation or sensitization.
Oral/Parenteral Toxicitygavage-rat LD50 [sex: M/F] 8400 mg/kg
Dermal ToxicityNot determined
Inhalation ToxicityNot determined

GHS Classification

['GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS)', 'GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements']

Safety in Use

Categoryflavor and fragrance agents
RIFM Fragrance Material Safety AssessmentSearch
Recommendation for citronellyl formate usage levels up to5.0000 % in the fragrance concentrate.
Maximised Survey-derived Daily Intakes (MSDI-EU)87.00 (μg/capita/day)
baked goods-
beverages(nonalcoholic)-
beverages(alcoholic)-
breakfast cereal-
cheese-
chewing gum63.00000
condiments / relishes-
confectionery froastings-
egg products-
fats / oils-
fish products-
frozen dairy-
fruit ices-
gelatins / puddings-
granulated sugar-
gravies-
hard candy-
imitation dairy-
instant coffee / tea-
jams / jellies-
meat products-
milk products-
nut products-
other grains-
poultry-
processed fruits-
processed vegetables-
reconstituted vegetables-
seasonings / flavors-
snack foods-
soft candy-
soups-
sugar substitutes-
sweet sauces-

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Potential Uses

FR acacia FR apple FR apricot FR banana FR bergamot FR berry FR cucumber FR fruit FR geranium FR grape FR green FR guava FR honey FR hyacinth FR lily of the valley FR mandarin FR mango FR oriental FR patchouli FR peach FR pear FR plum FR rose FR rose white rose FR stephanotis FR tangerine FR woody

Natural Occurrence

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Synonyms

citronellyl formate extra FCC citronellyl formate FCC citronellyl formate natural citronellyl formate pure citronellyl formate pure FCC citronellyl methanoate citronellyle formiate (1)-3,7- dimethyl oct-6-enyl formate 2,6- dimethyl-2-octen-8-yl formate 3,7- dimethyl-6-octen-1-ol formate 3,7- dimethyl-6-octen-1-yl formate 3,7- dimethyl-6-octen-1-yl methanoate 3,7- dimethyloct-6-en-1-yl formate (-)-3,7- dimethyloct-6-enyl formate 3,7- dimethyloct-6-enyl formate formic acid 3,7-dimethyl-6-octen-1-yl ester formic acid citronellyl ester formic acid, 3,7-dimethyl-6-octen-1-yl ester formic acid, citronellyl ester 6- octen-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, formate PubMed: Rose geranium essential oil as a source of new and safe anti-inflammatory drugs. PubMed: A somaclonal variant of rose-scented geranium (Pelargonium spp.) with moderately high content of isomenthone in its essential oil. PubMed: Chemical composition and biological activities of polar extracts and essential oil of rose-scented geranium, Pelargonium graveolens. PubMed: Insecticidal activity of individual and mixed monoterpenoids of geranium essential oil against Pediculus humanus capitis (Phthiraptera: Pediculidae). PubMed: Characteristic odor components of kumquat (Fortunella japonica Swingle) peel oil. PubMed: Water soluble fractions of rose-scented geranium (Pelargonium species) essential oil. PubMed: [Studies on the chemical components and anti-tumour action of the volatile oils from Pelargonium graveoleus].