Geranyl acetate

At a glance

A rosy, fruity ester with a fresh, geranium-like character, one of the most widely used rose-family building It is used by perfumers as one of many aroma-chemical building blocks that combine to form a fragrance's overall accord, rather than being worn as a scent on its own.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
derived from geraniol, a natural compound found in geranium and other plants
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Ester
CAS number
105-87-3
Profile
floral, fruity, slightly sweet
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01