InventoryRef 3399515/10/2010
GERANYL ACETATE
Geranyl acetate
GERANYL ACETATE is linked to 1 EU annex record on this page.
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| Market | Evidence status | Records | Source language |
|---|---|---|---|
| European Union | Evidence linked Restricted entry found Open this evidence | 1 | English and EU languages |
| Great Britain | Source mapped Official source mapped; ingredient rule not imported | 0 | English |
| Canada | Source mapped Official source mapped; ingredient rule not imported | 0 | English and French |
| New Zealand | Source mapped Official source mapped; ingredient rule not imported | 0 | English |
| ASEAN | Source mapped Official source mapped; ingredient rule not imported | 0 | English and national languages |
| China | Source mapped Official source mapped; ingredient rule not imported | 0 | Chinese with selected English material |
| Japan | Source mapped Official source mapped; ingredient rule not imported | 0 | Japanese; official English translation available |
| South Korea | Source mapped Official source mapped; ingredient rule not imported | 0 | Korean with some English names |
| United States | Source mapped Official source mapped; ingredient rule not imported | 0 | English |
| Australia | Source mapped Official source mapped; ingredient rule not imported | 0 | English |
| Brazil | Source mapped Official source mapped; ingredient rule not imported | 0 | Portuguese with INCI crosswalks |
| India | Source mapped Official source mapped; ingredient rule not imported | 0 | English and Hindi |
| Saudi Arabia | Evidence linked Restricted Open this evidence | 1 | Arabic and English |
Chemical identity and properties
CAS 105-87-3PubChem CID 1549026
Geranyl Acetate
Geranyl acetate is a clear colorless liquid with an odor of lavender. (NTP, 1992) — CAMEO Chemicals
- IUPAC name
- [(2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dienyl] acetate
- Molecular formula
- C12H20O2
- Molecular weight
- 196.29 g/mol
- Exact mass
- 196.146329876 Da
- XLogP3
- 3.5
- Topological polar surface area
- 26.3 Ų
- Hydrogen-bond donors
- 0
- Hydrogen-bond acceptors
- 2
- Covalent units
- 1
- Defined stereocentres
- 0
Also known as
Geranyl ethanoateGeranyl acetate AAcetic acid, geraniol estertrans-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-yl acetatetrans-Geraniol acetate2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, acetate, (E)-(E)-3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl acetateNCI-C54728
16 more reported names
trans-geranyl acetate(2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl acetateFEMA No. 2509FEMA Number 2509trans-2,6-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-8-yl ethanoate3,7-Dimethyl-2-trans, 6-octadienyl acetate3W81YG7P9RCHEBI:53313,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol acetate2,6-Dimethyl-2,6-octadiene-8-yl acetate1-Octanol, 3,7-dimethyl-, acetate, tetradehydro deriv.NSC-2584trans-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol, acetate2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, acetate, trans-2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, acetate, (2E)-((2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dienyl) acetate
External database identifiers
- ChEBI:CHEBI:5331
- ChEBI:CHEBI:88568
- ChEMBL:CHEMBL1369384
- EPA DTXSID:DTXSID0020654
- PubMed:23449869
- PubMed:17924309
- PubMed:12692346
Evidence from additional scientific databases
EMBL-EBI ChEBI
Exact identifier matchCHEBI:5331
geranyl acetate
A monoterpenoid that is the acetate ester derivative of geraniol.
- Formula
- C12H20O2
- Average mass
- 196.290 g/mol
- Monoisotopic mass
- 196.14633 Da
- Formal charge
- 0
- acetate ester — is a (CHEBI:47622)
- monoterpenoid — is a (CHEBI:25409)
- plant metabolite — has role (CHEBI:76924)
- geraniol — has functional parent (CHEBI:17447)
- plant metabolite — has role (CHEBI:76924)
- acetate ester — is a (CHEBI:47622)
- monoterpenoid — is a (CHEBI:25409)
- 25698327 Source: PubMed
Additional curated names
(2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl acetatetrans-3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-yl acetate
Cross-references from this source
- CAS: 105-87-3 — KEGG COMPOUND
- CAS: 105-87-3 — NIST Chemistry WebBook
- REGISTRY_NUMBER: 1722815 — Reaxys
- MANUAL_X_REF: C00003046 — KNApSAcK
- MANUAL_X_REF: C09861 — KEGG COMPOUND
- MANUAL_X_REF: CPD-9758 — MetaCyc
- MANUAL_X_REF: Geranyl_acetate — Wikipedia
- MANUAL_X_REF: HMDB0035157 — HMDB
Mapped by: Exact CAS cross-reference in the ChEBI compound record. Source updated: 2020-10-28. Retrieved: 2026-08-31. Open source record
NIH PubChem PUG-View
Exact identifier match1549026
Attributed physical-property, hazard, environmental and use annotations.
- Boiling Point: 468 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) Source: CAMEO Chemicals
- Boiling Point: Approx. 242 °C with decomposition. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Boiling Point: 240.00 to 245.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg Source: Human Metabolome Database (HMDB)
- Boiling Point: 240-245 °C Source: Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA)
- Color/Form: Clear, colorless liquid Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Density: 0.907 at 77 °F (NTP, 1992) - Less dense than water; will float Source: CAMEO Chemicals
- Density: 0.9174 at 15 °C/15 °C Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Density: 0.900-0.914 Source: Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA)
- Flash Point: greater than 200 °F (NTP, 1992) Source: CAMEO Chemicals
- Flash Point: >212 °F (>100 °C) closed cup Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- LogP: log Kow = 4.04 Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- LogP: 4.04 Source: Human Metabolome Database (HMDB)
- Melting Point: < 25 °C Source: Human Metabolome Database (HMDB)
- Odor: Odor of lavender Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Odor: Sweet, fruity-floral, rosy, somewhat green and remotely Lavender-like odor of moderate tenacity. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Odor: Sweet, fragrant odor Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Physical Description: Geranyl acetate is a clear colorless liquid with an odor of lavender. (NTP, 1992) Source: CAMEO Chemicals
- Physical Description: Liquid; CBI Source: EPA Chemical Data Reporting (CDR)
- Physical Description: Clear colorless liquid with a sweet odor like lavender; [HSDB] Source: Haz-Map, Information on Hazardous Chemicals and Occupational Diseases
- Physical Description: Solid Source: Human Metabolome Database (HMDB)
- Physical Description: colourless liquid with a floral odour Source: Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA)
- Refractive Index: INDEX OF REFRACTION: 1.4580-1.4640 AT 20 °C; 1.4570-1.4620 Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Refractive Index: Index of refraction = 1.4624 at 20 °C Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Refractive Index: 1.458-1.464 Source: Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA)
- Solubility: less than 1 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) Source: CAMEO Chemicals
- Solubility: 1.8 IN 70% ALCOHOL; SOL IN MOST ORG SOLVENTS Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Solubility: Soluble in most fixed oils; slightly soluble in propylene glycol. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Solubility: Solubility in alcohol: 1 mL in 9 mL 70% alcohol Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Solubility: Insoluble in glycerol; soluble in alcohol, ether Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Solubility: For more Solubility (Complete) data for GERANYL ACETATE (6 total), please visit the HSDB record page. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Solubility: soluble in alcohol, most fixed oils; slightly soluble in propylene glycol; insoluble in glycerine, water Source: Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA)
- Solubility: 1 ml in 9 ml 70% alcohol (in ethanol) Source: Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA)
- Vapor Pressure: 0.02 mmHg at 68 °F ; 1 mmHg at 164.3 °F (NTP, 1992) Source: CAMEO Chemicals
- Vapor Pressure: 0.03 [mmHg] Source: Haz-Map, Information on Hazardous Chemicals and Occupational Diseases
- Substance: Geranyl acetate Source: NTP Technical Reports
- NTP Technical Report: TR-252: Carcinogenesis Studies of Food Grade Geranyl Acetate (71% Geranyl Acetate, 29% Citronellyl Acetate) (CASRN 105-87-3) in F344/N Rats and B6C3F1 Mice (Gavage Study) (1987 ) Source: NTP Technical Reports
- Peer Review Date: 09/22/82 Source: NTP Technical Reports
- Conclusion for Male Rat: No Evidence Source: NTP Technical Reports
- Conclusion for Female Rat: No Evidence Source: NTP Technical Reports
- Conclusion for Male Mice: No Evidence Source: NTP Technical Reports
- Conclusion for Female Mice: No Evidence Source: NTP Technical Reports
- Summary: Under the conditions of these studies, geranyl acetate was not carcinogenic for F344/N rats or B6C3F1 mice of either sex; however, the reduced survival observed in high dose male rats, high dose male mice, and high and low dose female mice lowered the sensitivity of these studies for detecting neoplastic responses in these groups. In male rats the marginal increases of squamous cell papillomas of the skin and tubular cell adenomas of the kidney may have been related to administration of geranyl acetate. Source: NTP Technical Reports
- Carcinogen Classification: No indication of carcinogenicity to humans (not listed by IARC). Source: Toxin and Toxin Target Database (T3DB)
- First Aid: EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.; SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.; INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) shou Source: CAMEO Chemicals
- Signal: Warning Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
- GHS Hazard Statements: H315 (79.8%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]; H317 (77.6%): May cause an allergic skin reaction [Warning Sensitization, Skin]; H411 (20.5%): Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]; H412 (77.2%): Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard] Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
- Precautionary Statement Codes: P261, P264, P272, P273, P280, P302+P352, P321, P332+P317, P333+P317, P362+P364, P391, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement) Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
- ECHA C&L Notifications Summary: Aggregated GHS information provided per 2195 reports by companies from 24 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory. Each notification may be associated with multiple companies.; Information may vary between notifications depending on impurities, additives, and other factors. The percentage value in parenthesis indicates the notified classification ratio from companies that provide hazard codes. Only hazard codes with percentage values above 10% are shown. For more detailed information, please visit ECHA C&L website. Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
- GHS Hazard Statements: Not Classified Source: NITE-CMC
- NFPA Health Rating: 1 - Materials that, under emergency conditions, can cause significant irritation. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- NFPA Fire Rating: 1 - Materials that must be preheated before ignition can occur. Materials require considerable preheating, under all ambient temperature conditions, before ignition and combustion can occur. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- NFPA Instability Rating: 0 - Materials that in themselves are normally stable, even under fire conditions. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Environmental Bioconcentration: An estimated BCF of 260 was calculated in fish for geranyl acetate(SRC), using a log Kow of 4.04(1) and a regression-derived equation(2). According to a classification scheme(3), this BCF suggests the potential for bioconcentration in aquatic organisms is high, provided the compound is not metabolized by the organism(SRC). Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Environmental Fate: TERRESTRIAL FATE: Based on a classification scheme(1), an estimated Koc value of 3,700(SRC), determined from a log Kow of 4.04(2) and a regression-derived equation(3), indicates that geranyl acetate is expected to have slight mobility in soil(SRC). Volatilization of geranyl acetate from moist soil surfaces is expected to be an important fate process(SRC) given an estimated Henry's Law constant of 2.4X10-3 atm-cu m/mole(SRC), using a fragment constant estimation method(4). However, adsorption to soil is expected to attenuate volatilization(SRC). Geranyl acetate is not expected to volatilize from dry soil surfaces(SRC) based upon an estimated vapor pressure of 3.3X10-2 mm Hg(5). Biodegradation data were not available(SRC, 2007). Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Environmental Fate: AQUATIC FATE: Based on a classification scheme(1), an estimated Koc value of 3,700(SRC), determined from a log Kow of 4.04(2) and a regression-derived equation(3), indicates that geranyl acetate is expected to adsorb to suspended solids and sediment(SRC). Volatilization from water surfaces is expected(3) based upon an estimated Henry's Law constant of 2.4X10-3 atm-cu m/mole(SRC), developed using a fragment constant estimation method(4). Using this Henry's Law constant and an estimation method(3), volatilization half-lives for a model river and model lake are 7.4 hours and 6.5 days, respectively(SRC). However, volatilization from water surfaces is expected to be attenuated by adsorption to suspended solids and sediment in the water column. The estimated volatilization half-life from a model pond is 30 days if adsorption is considered(5). According to a classification scheme(6), an estimated BCF of 260(SRC), from its log Kow(2) and a regression-derived equation(7), suggests the potential for bioconcentration in aquatic organisms is high, provided the compound is not metabolized by the organism(SRC). Biodegradation data were not available(SRC, 2007). Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Environmental Fate: ATMOSPHERIC FATE: According to a model of gas/particle partitioning of semivolatile organic compounds in the atmosphere(1), geranyl acetate, which has an estimated vapor pressure of 3.3X10-2 mm Hg at 25 °C(2), is expected to exist solely as a vapor in the ambient atmosphere. Vapor-phase geranyl acetate is degraded in the atmosphere by reaction with photochemically-produced hydroxyl radicals(SRC); the half-life for this reaction in air is estimated to be 2 hrs(SRC), calculated from its rate constant of 1.8X10-10 cu cm/molecule-sec at 25 °C(SRC) that was derived using a structure estimation method(3). The rate constant for the vapor-phase reaction of geranyl acetate with ozone has been estimated as 8.60X10-16 cu cm/molecule-sec at 25 °C(SRC) that was derived using a structure estimation method(3). This corresponds to an atmospheric half-life of about 19 minutes(4). Geranyl acetate does contain chromophores that absorb at wavelengths >290 nm and therefore may be susceptible to direct photolysis by sunlight(5). Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Consumer Uses: Fragrance Source: EPA Chemical Data Reporting (CDR)
- Industry Uses: Other; Fragrance Source: EPA Chemical Data Reporting (CDR)
- Sources/Uses: Occurs in several essential oils; Used in perfumes and flavors; [Hawley] Source: Haz-Map, Information on Hazardous Chemicals and Occupational Diseases
- Uses: Perfumery, flavoring Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Uses: Used as a synthetic flavoring substance and adjuvant. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Uses: Used frequently in perfumery to create not only flowery-fruity nuances (example, rose), but also for citrus and lavender notes. A small amount is added to fruit aromas for shading. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Uses: Widely used in perfume compositions as a sweetener and modifier in floral, fruit, herbaceous and Citrusy fragrance types. Used in flavor composition for a great variation of types: apricot, apple, banana, blackcurrant, gooseberry, ginger ale, grape, honey, lemon, peach, pear, lime, wine, and in various spice complexes, berry variations, and floral flavor types. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
- Uses: Reported uses: Alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages; baked goods, chewing gum, frozen dairy, gelatin (pudding), gravies, hard and soft candy, meat products. Source: Hazardous Substances Data Bank (HSDB)
Mapped by: Existing checksum-valid CAS to unique PubChem CID match. Retrieved: 2026-08-31. Open source record
Scientific classifications and hazard annotations provide context and do not replace the market-specific regulatory decision shown above.
Additional source coverage and match status
| Source | Result | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| EMBL-EBI ChEBI | Exact match | 2026-08-31 |
| NIH PubChem PUG-View | Exact match | 2026-08-31 |
A recorded no-match is useful evidence that the source was checked; it is not a claim that the substance does not exist elsewhere.
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Inventory details for GERANYL ACETATE
INCI name
GERANYL ACETATE
Description
Geranyl acetate
Record provenance
- Inventory reference
- 33995
- Imported identity
- GERANYL ACETATE
- Source update
- 15/10/2010
Annex records for GERANYL ACETATE
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How GERANYL ACETATE appears in the CosIng inventory
The CosIng inventory lists GERANYL ACETATE as a cosmetic ingredient and this page links it to 1 annex record. The inventory entry captures names and identifiers, while the annex record shows where the substance is prohibited, restricted or positively listed in EU cosmetics law.
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