68891-90-7

Basic information

• Product Name: methyl 2,5,5-trimethylhept-4-enoate
• Synonyms: methyl 2,5,5-trimethylhept-4-enoate;2,2,5-Trimethyl-4-heptenoic acid methyl ester
• CAS NO: 68891-90-7
• Molecular Formula: C11H21O2
• Molecular Weight: 185.28324
• EINECS: 272-583-1
• Mol File: 68891-90-7.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 205.9 °C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 61.1 °C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 0.89 g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 0.244mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.44
• CAS DataBase Reference: methyl 2,5,5-trimethylhept-4-enoate(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: methyl 2,5,5-trimethylhept-4-enoate(68891-90-7)
• EPA Substance Registry System: methyl 2,5,5-trimethylhept-4-enoate(68891-90-7)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 68891-90-7(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Methyl 2,5,5-trimethylhept-4-enoate is a chemical compound with a molecular formula of C11H20O2. It is also known as geranyl acetate and is commonly found in the essential oils of plants, including rose, lavender, and geranium. It has a fruity and floral aroma and is often used in the production of perfumes and flavorings. Geranyl acetate is also used in the synthesis of other organic compounds and as a flavoring ingredient in the food and beverage industry. It is considered to be relatively safe for use in these applications, but caution should be taken when handling and storing this chemical due to its flammability and potential irritant properties.

InChI:InChI=1/C11H20O2/c1-6-9(2)7-8-11(3,4)10(12)13-5/h7H,6,8H2,1-5H3/b9-7+