Citronellol (grade unspecified)
Available with historical source reference
generic material identity
Historical technical reference: check current commercial product grade, present specification, and regulatory status separately.
Short profile
fresh, sweet rosy-floral; generally lighter and fresher than geraniol
Effect in a formula
Historical professional reference: fresh, sweet rosy-floral; generally lighter and fresher than geraniol. Historically one of the principal fresh-rose alcohols, used not only in rose accords but broadly as a fresh floral component in soaps, household fragrances and muguet-type structures.
From the source: Historically one of the principal fresh-rose alcohols, used not only in rose accords but broadly as a fresh floral component in soaps, household fragrances and muguet-type structures.
Use and dosage
No data available.
No confirmed manufacturer use level for this exact product.
Behaviour and performance
No data available.
Reported as stated by the source. Diffusion, tenacity and note impact are not combined into a single performance score.
Good areas of use
Classic partners include geraniol and phenethyl alcohol in rose structures.
Chemical context
CAS106-22-9
No vapour pressure with an explicitly reported temperature.
Source: Arctander, Perfume and Flavor Chemicals (1969)