Linalool

C₁₀H₁₈O

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

CAS: 78-70-6

Descripción general

Linalool is a terpene alcohol found in over 200 plant species including lavender, basil, and cinnamon. It is one of the most used fragrance chemicals.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hydrogen H 18 1,0080
Carbon C 10 12,0110
Oxygen O 1 15,9990

Composición elemental

H
11,8%
C
77,9%
O
10,4%

Usos

  • Fragrance ingredient
  • Aromatherapy
  • Insect repellent
  • Food flavoring

Datos curiosos

  • Found in 60-80% of all scented hygiene and cleaning products

Seguridad

  • ⚠ Skin sensitizer in some individuals

Structure

SMILES

CC(=CCCC(C)(C=C)O)C

Propiedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
liquid
Masa molar
154,25 g/mol
Densidad
0,8700 g/cm³
Punto de fusión
-20,0 °C
Punto de ebullición
199,0 °C
Solubilidad
slightly soluble

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
154,1358
XLogP
2,7
TPSA
20,2 Ų
H-Bond Donors
1
H-Bond Acceptors
1
Rotatable Bonds
4
Heavy Atoms
11
Complexity
154,0

Frequently Asked Questions

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