Linalyl acetate CAS NO.115-95-7

Botanical source Mentha citrata Synonym 3,7-dimethyl, 6-octadien-3-yl acetate Empirical formula C12 H20 O2 Molecular weight 196.28 Appearance Colourless liquid Odour Po…

Botanical source Mentha citrata Synonym 3,7-dimethyl, 6-octadien-3-yl acetate Empirical formula C12 H20 O2 Molecular weight 196.28 Appearance Colourless liquid Odour Possessing a pleasant fruity odor , reminiscent of bergamot mint oil. Boiling point ( b. ) 2200 C Density ( d204 ) 0.895 - 0.8998 Refractive index at 200 C 1.450 - 1.4460 Optical rotation at 200 C -7.420 to -8. 180 Solubility Insoluble in water ; miscible with alcohol , ether Main constituent 89 % - 92 % Linalyl Acetate Use Widely used in perfume , cosmetic , and soap industries . Useful in Eau de Cologne and in lavender compositions, and for the compounding of artificial essential oils. Imparts a refreshing to pnote to floral and to oriental perfumes. It is valuable also in artificial flavors Storage & stability Keep in tightly closed container in a cool and dry place, protected from light. When stored for more than 3 months, quality should be checked before use . On distillation with steam , or at atmospheric pressure, is readily hydrolyzed and decomposed , respectively.