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Linalyl acetate

natural, ≥96%, FG

Synonym(s):

3,7-Dimethyl-1,6-octadien-3-yl acetate, Bergamol

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Linear Formula:
CH3CO2C(CH=CH2)(CH3)CH2CH2CH=C(CH3)2
CAS Number:
115-95-7
Molecular Weight:
196.29
FEMA Number:
2636
Beilstein:
1724500
EC Number:
204-116-4
Council of Europe no.:
203
MDL number:
MFCD00008907
UNSPSC Code:
12164502
PubChem Substance ID:
24901215
Flavis number:
9.013
NACRES:
NA.21

biological source

botanical

Quality Level

400

grade

FG
Halal
Kosher
natural

reg. compliance

EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 872/2012
FDA 21 CFR 117

vapor density

6.8 (vs air)

vapor pressure

0.1 mmHg ( 20 °C)

Assay

≥96%

refractive index

n20/D 1.453 (lit.)

bp

220 °C (lit.)

density

0.901 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

application(s)

flavors and fragrances

Documentation

see Safety & Documentation for available documents

food allergen

no known allergens

Organoleptic

green; woody; floral; sweet

SMILES string

C\C(C)=C\CCC(C)(OC(C)=O)C=C

InChI

1S/C12H20O2/c1-6-12(5,14-11(4)13)9-7-8-10(2)3/h6,8H,1,7,9H2,2-5H3

InChI key

UWKAYLJWKGQEPM-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

Linalyl acetate is a monoterpene ester mainly found in lavandula essential oil. It is used as a flavoring agent in food industries, as well as a preservative additive in cosmetics and fragrances such as soaps, colognes, perfumes, and skin lotions.

Application


  • Evaluation and estimation of diuretic activity of the linalyl acetate in the rats.: Focuses on the pharmacological effects of linalyl acetate, testing its diuretic activity in rats, which could lead to new therapeutic applications in medicine (Rafique et al., 2024).

  • Characterization of bergamot essential oil: chemical, microbiological and colloidal aspects.: Investigates the components of bergamot essential oil, including linalyl acetate, assessing its chemical properties and potential microbiological uses, supporting its diverse applications in cosmetics and therapeutics (Cordeiro et al., 2024).


Pictograms

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GHS07

Signal Word

Warning

Hazard Statements

H315,H317,H319

Hazard Classifications

Eye Irrit. 2 - Skin Irrit. 2 - Skin Sens. 1B

Storage Class Code

10 - Combustible liquids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

201.2 °F - closed cup

Flash Point(C)

94 °C - closed cup

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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Dictionary of Food Compounds with CD-ROM: Additives, Flavors, and Ingredients, 573-573 (2012)
Yongfeng Wang et al.
ACS biomaterials science & engineering, 6(8), 4583-4594 (2021-01-19)
Microcapsules have attracted widespread interest for their unique properties in encapsulation, protection, and separation of active ingredients from the surrounding environment. However, microcapsule carriers with controllable shell thickness, permeability, good mechanical properties, and thermostability are challenging to obtain. Herein, robust
Domenico Trombetta et al.
Antimicrobial agents and chemotherapy, 49(6), 2474-2478 (2005-05-27)
In the present paper, we report the antimicrobial efficacy of three monoterpenes [linalyl acetate, (+)menthol, and thymol] against the gram-positive bacterium Staphylococcus aureus and the gram-negative bacterium Escherichia coli. For a better understanding of their mechanisms of action, the capability
Wafica S Itani et al.
Cancer biology & therapy, 7(11), 1765-1773 (2008-09-13)
Lebanese sage essential oil possesses antitumor properties, however, the bioactive components and antitumor mechanisms are not known. Here we show that combining the three sage bioactive compounds, Linalyl acetate (Ly), Terpeniol (Te) and Camphor (Ca), caused synergistic inhibition of the
Maria Sköld et al.
Contact dermatitis, 58(1), 9-14 (2007-12-25)
Fragrances are among the most common causes of allergic contact dermatitis. We have in previous studies shown that linalool, present in lavender oil, autoxidizes on air exposure, forming allergenic oxidation products. Oxidized linalool was found to be a frequent cause
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