Citronellyl Formate
Floral · CAS 105-85-1 · 2 suppliers
What it smells like
Citronellyl formate presents a powerful, pungent rose petal character with pronounced leafy-green geranium facets, fresh cucumber-lemon nuances, and a distinctive honey-like undertone that creates a natural, vibrant floral signature.
At a glance
| Scent family | Floral |
| CAS number | 105-85-1 |
| FEMA number | 2314 |
| Uses | Creates natural rose petal effects, adds fresh lift to florals, essential for geranium reconstructions, excellent soap perfume modifier. |
| Typical usage | 0.75% in a perfume compound |
| Longevity | Lasts > 24 hours on a smelling strip. |
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| INCI name | CITRONELLYL FORMATE |
| IUPAC name | 3,7-dimethyloct-6-en-1-yl formate |
IFRA usage limits
No IFRA restriction on record for this material. Always confirm against the current official IFRA Standard for your application.
Where to buy
Available from 2 suppliers, from $2.95.
| Supplier | Manufacturer | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fraterworks | Fraterworks | from $2.95 | View → |
| The Perfumer's Apprentice | — | from $6.25 | View → |
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