Geraniol

C₁₀H₁₈O

IUPAC: (E)-3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-ol

CAS: 106-24-1

Descripción general

Geraniol is a monoterpenoid and the primary component of rose oil and citronella oil. It is widely used in perfumery and as a natural insect repellent.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 18 1,0080
Carbono C 10 12,0110
Oxígeno O 1 15,9990

Composición elemental

H
Hidrógeno ×18
11,8%
C
Carbono ×10
77,9%
O
Oxígeno ×1
10,4%

Usos

  • • Perfumery
  • • Insect repellent
  • • Food flavoring
  • • Cosmetics

Datos curiosos

  • ✦ Named because it is found in geranium oil, though it smells like roses

Seguridad

  • ⚠ Skin sensitizer

Estructura

SMILES

CC(=CCCC(=CCO)C)C

Propiedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
liquid
Masa molar
154,25 g/mol
Densidad
0,8890 g/cm³
Punto de fusión
-15,0 °C
Punto de ebullición
230,0 °C
Solubilidad
slightly soluble

Descriptores moleculares

Masa exacta
154,1358
XLogP
2,9
TPSA
20,2 Ų
Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
1
Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
1
Enlaces rotables
4
Átomos pesados
11
Complejidad
150,0

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Acetato de butilo

C₆H₁₂O₂

Acetato de etilo

C₄H₈O₂

Acetato de vinilo

C₄H₆O₂

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Geraniol?
Geraniol (C₁₀H₁₈O) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name (E)-3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-ol.
What is the molecular weight of Geraniol?
Geraniol has a molar mass of 154.25 g/mol.
What state is Geraniol at room temperature?
Geraniol is a liquid at room temperature.
Is Geraniol organic or inorganic?
Geraniol is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Geraniol?
Geraniol (C₁₀H₁₈O) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Oxígeno (O).