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W263613

Linalyl acetate

natural, ≥96%, FG

Sustainability features

Synonym(s):

3,7-Dimethyl-1,6-octadien-3-yl acetate, Bergamol

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
CH3CO2C(CH=CH2)(CH3)CH2CH2CH=C(CH3)2
CAS Number:
115-95-7
Molecular Weight:
196.29
FEMA Number:
2636
Council of Europe no.:
203
UNSPSC Code:
12164502
PubChem Substance ID:
24901215
Flavis number:
9.013
EC Number:
204-116-4
NACRES:
NA.21
MDL number:
MFCD00008907
Beilstein/REAXYS Number:
1724500
Organoleptic:
green; woody; floral; sweet
Grade:
FG, Halal, Kosher, natural
Biological source:
botanical
Food allergen:
no known allergens
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biological source

botanical

Quality Segment

grade

FG, Halal, Kosher, natural

reg. compliance

EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 872/2012, FDA 21 CFR 117

vapor density

6.8 (vs air)

vapor pressure

0.1 mmHg ( 20 °C)

assay

≥96%

sustainability

Sustainability features

refractive index

n20/D 1.453 (lit.)

bp

220 °C (lit.)

density

0.901 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

application(s)

flavors and fragrances

documentation

see Safety & Documentation for available documents

food allergen

no known allergens

greener alternative category

organoleptic

green; woody; floral; sweet

SMILES string

C\C(C)=C\CCC(C)(OC(C)=O)C=C

InChI

1S/C12H20O2/c1-6-12(5,14-11(4)13)9-7-8-10(2)3/h6,8H,1,7,9H2,2-5H3

InChI key

UWKAYLJWKGQEPM-UHFFFAOYSA-N

General description

Linalyl acetate is a monoterpene ester mainly found in lavandula essential oil. It is used as a flavoring agent in food industries, as well as a preservative additive in cosmetics and fragrances such as soaps, colognes, perfumes, and skin lotions.
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Application


  • Evaluation and estimation of diuretic activity of the linalyl acetate in the rats.: Focuses on the pharmacological effects of linalyl acetate, testing its diuretic activity in rats, which could lead to new therapeutic applications in medicine (Rafique et al., 2024).

  • Characterization of bergamot essential oil: chemical, microbiological and colloidal aspects.: Investigates the components of bergamot essential oil, including linalyl acetate, assessing its chemical properties and potential microbiological uses, supporting its diverse applications in cosmetics and therapeutics (Cordeiro et al., 2024).


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Pictograms

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GHS07

Signal Word

Warning

Hazard Codes

H315,H317,H319

Hazard Classifications

Eye Irrit. 2 - Skin Irrit. 2 - Skin Sens. 1B

Storage Class

10 - Combustible liquids

Flash Point (°F)

201.2 °F - closed cup

Flash Point (°C)

94 °C - closed cup

PPE (personal protective equipment)

Faceshields, Gloves, Goggles, type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter

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