Geraniol

At a glance

A terpene alcohol found naturally in rose, geranium, and citronella oils, with a sweet, rosy-floral scent; one of the most widely used floral building blocks in perfumery.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Synthesized in laboratories; also occurs naturally in geranium and rose
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Alcohol
CAS number
106-24-1
Profile
Sweet, rosy, slightly citrus floral scent
IFRA status
Restricted, sensitization labeling under IFRA and EU allergen rules
Cost tier
Low
● drafted · last checked 2026-08-23