Neryl formate

At a glance

A synthetic monoterpene ester made from nerol and formic acid, offering a fresh, citrus‑green, slightly floral aroma reminiscent of orange blossom, used as a bright top‑note in many modern fragrances.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
synthetic production
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Ester
CAS number
2142-94-1
Profile
floral, fruity, slightly green
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01