Geranylacetone
[CAS# 3796-70-1]

Identification

• Classification: Flavors and spices >> Synthetic spice >> Ketone fragrance >> Decenone
• Name: Geranylacetone
• Synonyms: (E)-6,10-Dimethylundeca-5,9-dien-2-one
• Molecular Formula: C₁₃H₂₂O
• Molecular Weight: 194.31
• CAS Registry Number: 3796-70-1
• EC Number: 223-269-8
• FEMA: 3542

Properties

• Density: 0.873
• Boiling point: 254-258 ºC
• Refractive index: 1.467
• Flash point: >110 ºC

Safety Data

• Hazard Symbols: Xi
• Risk Codes: R36/37/38
• Safety Description: S26;S37/39

Hazard Classification

Hazard	Class	Category Code	Hazard Statement
Skin irritation	Skin Irrit.	2	H315
Chronic hazardous to the aquatic environment	Aquatic Chronic	2	H411
Eye irritation	Eye Irrit.	2	H319
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure	STOT SE	3	H335