Name: Citronellyl Formate
Cas: 105-85-1
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
Directory Guidance on Citronellyl Formate
Nature and Specifications
| MF: | C11H20O2 |
| MW: | 184.28 |
| EINECS: | 203-338-9 |
Basic Info
CITRONELLYL FORMATE is citronellyl formate, also known as 3,7-dimethyl-6-octen-1-ol formate, with a molecular formula of C₁₁H₂₀O₂ and a molecular weight of 184.28. It is an ester synthetic fragrance, usually a colorless to light yellow transparent liquid at room temperature.
Citronellyl formate has a strong rose and melon-like aroma, and also has a fruity sweetness. It is slightly soluble in water and miscible with organic solvents such as ethanol and ether. The relative density is about 0.897 g/mL.
Product Introduction
| Melting point | -58.7°C (estimate) |
| Boiling point | 235 °C(lit.) |
| density | 0.897 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| vapor pressure | 4Pa at 20℃ |
| refractive index | n20/D 1.446(lit.) |
| FEMA | 2314 | CITRONELLYL FORMATE |
| Fp | 198 °F |
| storage temp. | Sealed in dry,Room Temperature |
| Specific Gravity | 0.89 |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. bergamot cucumber rose apricot peach plum |
| Odor Type | floral |
| biological source | synthetic |
| Water Solubility | 16.2mg/L at 20℃ |
⇒We provide high-purity chemical raw materials with clear molecular formula and precise specifications. Each batch of Citronellyl Formate products undergoes strict quality inspection to ensure stable and reliable physical and chemical properties. It adopts international standard packaging, sealed and moisture-proof, to ensure safe transportation and storage. Whether it is R&D experiments or industrial production, we can provide you with professional technical support and customized services. With rigorous technology, transparent data and stable supply, we help you efficiently complete chemical applications and innovations.

•Spices and Flavors
Citronellyl Formate is used in the preparation of daily chemical flavors, as well as edible flavors. It has a fruity, lemony, rosey aroma. It can be used to add a bright and fresh layer of flavor to floral and fruity scents in perfumes, colognes and floral waters. It is also suitable for creating an aroma atmosphere of tropical herbs or fruits. Its fruity qualities can be used to enhance candies, beverages and baked goods. Add 20-400ppm of flavorings such as apple, mango, and guava to enhance the natural aroma.
•Chemical Products for Daily use
Citronellyl Formate, an important chemical flavoring, is used in many products, including shampoos, shower gels, and air fresheners. It is a moderately volatile compound with a pleasant scent. It can be used to create a rich fragrance system by combining it with other spices such as floral or woody scents. It is used in toiletries to provide a pleasant olfactory sensation, as well as enhance the natural properties and gentleness of the product.
•Organic Synthesis Field
Citronellyl formate can be used to synthesize other compounds by esterification, hydrolysis or other reactions. The ester group of its molecule, for example, can be used in the alcoholysis to produce citronellol or synthesize derivatives of terpenes by functional group transformation. It can be used in fine chemicals as a raw materials to synthesize substances that have specific physiological properties, such as pharmaceutical intermediates and functional materials.
•Natural Flavors in the Food Industry
Citronellyl Formate is a component that can be used to reduce production costs by imitating the aroma of natural oils, such as bay leaves and roses. In the preparation of artificial orange leaf oil or bay leaf oil, for example, it can mimic the sweet fruity aroma of essential oils. Its sweet fruity scent can also be used to enhance tobacco flavors by neutralizing the spicy flavor of tobacco and improving the softness of the smoke.
•Research in the Medical and Agricultural Fields
Researchers have found that Citronellyl Formate, and the essential oil containing it, has certain biological properties. Citronellyl Formate, found in geranium oils, inhibits certain cancer cell lines such as S180 Ascites Tumors and prolongs the life of animals with tumors. Its volatile components are used in agriculture as plant-based pest repellents. They have a repellent action on pests like red fire ants.
•Standard Products and Analytical Testing
Citronellyl Formate is a standard for many analytical methods, including gas chromatography and Mass Spectrometry. It can also be used to conduct qualitative and quantitative studies on the flavor composition of food or spices. In the detection of food ingredients, for example, the content and the structure of volatile ester compounds in the sample can easily be determined by comparing the chromatographic peak characteristic. It can be used to study chemical reactions or the spectral properties.
Welcome to Consult
If you are looking for high-quality Citronellyl Formate, now is the best time! We not only provide you with very competitive prices, but also strictly guarantee the purity and stability of the products to the industry-leading level. At the same time, our comprehensive after-sales service will accompany you every step from procurement to use to protect your business.
Choose us, you will experience:
Excellent quality: products meet international standards, stability and purity are verified multiple times.
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Manufacturer of Citronellyl Formate
Zhishang Chemical is based in Shandong, serves the whole country, faces the world, and is determined to become an excellent supplier and service provider in the chemical industry.
As a top manufacturer of cosmetic raw materials, disinfectants, flavors and fragrances in China, we are committed to producing high-quality products and have won high praise from customers all over the world.
In the next 10 years or even longer, Zhishang will always adhere to the tenet of quality first and reputation first, and devote itself to providing customers with thoughtful and perfect services.
As a professional Citronellyl Formate manufacturer, Zhi shang Chemical has served more than 6,000 customers around the world. Because of our high-quality products and professional services, we have won high praise from most of our customers.
Pre-Sales Service
* Timely reply and 24 hours online, the professional team will provide you with the most favorable prices and high-quality products.
* The sample supports testing and inspection.
* Each batch of products will be tested to ensure that its quality meets user needs.
*Packaging can also be made according to customer requirements.
*Any inquiries will be answered by our relevant personnel within 24 hours.
*We will provide you with commercial invoice, packing list, packing list, COA, health certificate and certificate of origin if you need it. If your market has other special requirements, please let us know.
After-Sales Service
*We will monitor the logistics information in real time and will share the information with you.
* You can consult us at any time if you have any questions about the product, and we will answer you in time.
*If you have any questions about the product, you can report it to us, we will deal with it in time for you, and the product can be returned.
DO YOU ACCEPT SAMPLE ORDER?
We will make samples before mass production. After the samples are approved by the department and users, we will start mass production. During the production process, we will carry out 100% inspection, and then carry out random inspection before packaging.
WHAT’S YOUR MOQ?
Our MOQ is 1kg. But usually we can also accept a smaller quantity, such as 100g, if you need it, provided that the sample fee is 100% paid.
IS THERE A DISCOUNT?
Different quantity has different discount.
HOW TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE PRODUCT QUALITY MEETS OUR NEEDS BEFORE PLACING AN ORDER?
You can consult us to get free samples of some products, you only need to pay the freight or arrange express delivery to us and get the samples. You can send us the product specifications and requirements you need, and we will manufacture products according to your requirements.
DO YOU SUPPLY PRODUCT REPORT?
Yes. We’ll give you product analysis report before shipping.
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