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Preferred IUPAC name
(2Z)-3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl acetate | |
Other names
Nerol acetate; Acetic acid neryl ester; cis-Geranyl acetate
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.004.964 |
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CompTox Dashboard (EPA)
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Properties | |
C12H20O2 | |
Molar mass | 196.290 g·mol−1 |
Appearance | colorless liquid |
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Flash point | 99 °C (210 °F)[1] |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Neryl acetate is a terpenoid found in citrus oils. It is the acetate ester of nerol, an isomer of the more common fragrance geranyl acetate.[2] In flavors and perfumery it is used to impart floral and fruity aromas.[3]
See also
References
- ^ Neryl acetate, Sigma-Aldrich
- ^ Sell, Charles S. (2006). "Terpenoids". Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology. doi:10.1002/0471238961.2005181602120504.a01.pub2. ISBN 0471238961.
- ^ Neryl acetate, takasago.com