3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol

At a glance

Geraniol (trans‑3,7‑dimethyl‑2,6‑octadien‑1‑ol) is a naturally occurring monoterpenoid found in rose, citronella and palmarosa essential oils; it imparts a sweet, rose‑citrus aroma and is widely used as a fragrance and flavor ingredient.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Extracted from natural essential oils (rose, citronella, palmarosa) and produced industrially by hydrogenating citral
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Alcohol
CAS number
624-15-7
IFRA status
Restricted -- max 0.05% in Category 4
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01