Basic information
- Name:
6-Octen-1-ol,3,7-dimethyl-, 1-formate
- Superlist Name:
- Citronellyl formate
- CAS No.:
105-85-1
- Molecular Structure:

- Formula:
- C11H20O2
- Molecular Weight:
- 184.31
- Deleted CAS:
- 93919-90-5
- Synonyms:
- 6-Octen-1-ol,3,7-dimethyl-, formate (7CI,8CI,9CI);Citronellol, formate (6CI);3,7-Dimethyl-6-octen-1-ol formate;NSC 46117;
- EINECS:
- 203-338-9
- Density:
- 0.887 g/cm3
- Boiling Point:
- 244.7 °C at 760 mmHg
- Flash Point:
- 95.3 °C
- Hazard Symbols:
Xi- Risk Codes:
- 36/37/38
- Safety Description:
- 26-36/37/39 Details
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Chemistry
IUPAC: 3,7-dimethyloct-6-enyl formate (105-85-1)
CAS: 105-85-1
Synonyms: Rhodinyl formate ; citronellyl formate ; Fema 2314 ; 6-octen-1-ol, 3,7-Dimethyl:formate ; 3,7-Dimethyl-6-octen-1-yl formate ; 2,6-Dimethyl-2-octen-8-yl formate ; 2,6-Imethyl-2-octen-8-ylformate ; 3,7-Dimethyl-6-octen-1-oformate
MF: C11H20O2
MW: 184.28
EINECS: 203-338-9
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Product Categories: Alphabetical Listings ; C-D ; Flavors and Fragrances
Mol File: 105-85-1.mol
FEMA 2314
Surface Tension: 28.3 dyne/cm
Density: 0.887 g/cm3
Flash Point: 95.3 °C
Enthalpy of Vaporization: 48.17 kJ/mol
Boiling Point: 244.7 °C at 760 mmHg
Vapour Pressure: 0.03 mmHg at 25°C
Uses
Citronellyl Formate (105-85-1) is used spices.
Toxicity Data With Reference
| Organism | Test Type | Route | Reported Dose (Normalized Dose) | Effect | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rat | LD50 | oral | 8400mg/kg (8400mg/kg) | Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 11, Pg. 1073, 1973. |
Safety Profile
Hazard Codes: Xi ![]()
Risk Statements: 36/37/38
36/37/38: Citronellyl Formate (105-85-1) is irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin
Safety Statement:s 26-36/37/39
26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
36/37/39: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection
WGK Germany: 2
RTECS: RH3480000
Specification
Odor: Citronellyl Formate (105-85-1) has a light rosy note with a suggestion of citrus. A fresh, green, rose, fruity, pear note.
Human experience : 4 % solution: no irritation or sensitization Content: Citronellyl Formate contains not less than 86.0% of citronellyl formate.
Description: Citronellyl Formate is a colorless, transparent liquid having acharacteristic odor.
Identification :(1) To 1 ml of Citronellyl Formate, add 10 ml of ethanolic 10% potassium hydroxide TS, and heat in a water bath for 5 minutes while shaking. Thecharacteristic odor disappears, and an odor of citronellol is evolved.
(2) Proceed as directed in Identification .

