Nerol

At a glance

Nerol is a colorless liquid terpene alcohol used in perfumery for its fresh, floral, and citrusy scent, often found in fragrances with rose, orange blossom, and lavender notes

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Derived from neroli oil, extracted from the blossoms of the bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium)
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Alcohol
CAS number
106-25-2
Profile
floral, citrusy, sweet
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01