Molecular Formula | C10H20O |
Molar Mass | 156.26 |
Density | 0.857 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
Melting Point | -4.05°C (estimate) |
Boling Point | 112-113 °C12 mm Hg(lit.) |
Specific Rotation(α) | [α]19/D +5.3°, neat |
Flash Point | 213 °F |
Vapor Presure | ~0.02 mm Hg ( 25 °C) |
Appearance | Form Oil, color Colourless |
pKa | 15.13±0.10(Predicted) |
Storage Condition | 2-8°C |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.456(lit.) |
MDL | MFCD00063215 |
Physical and Chemical Properties | Bioactive (R)-Citronellol (D-Citronellol) is an alcohol monoterpene in geranium essential oil. (R)-Citronellol inhibits degranulation of mast cells and does not affect the bitter taste of caffeine. (R)-Citronellol can be used in decorative cosmetics, toiletries and non-cosmetics. |
Hazard Symbols | Xi - Irritant |
Risk Codes | 36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. |
UN IDs | 3082 |
WGK Germany | 3 |
Downstream Products | (+)-CITRONELLAL BETA-RHODINOL CITRONELLIC ACID |
Solubility | Chloroform (Sparingly, Sonicated), Ethyl Acetate, Methanol (Slightly) |
optical activity (optical activity) | [α]19/D 5.3°, neat |
BRN | 1721506 |
EPA chemical information | 6-Octen-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (3R)- (1117-61-9) |
Target
Human Endogenous Metabolite
in vitro studies
0.5 mM (R)-Citronellol (D-Citronellol) inhibits degranulation of cultured mast cells (CMCs) by 21.3%.