Aroma Chemical Compendium

l-Citronellyl Tiglate

TIC Code No. C128078


Chemical Name
C15H26O2
Synonym 3,7-Dimethyl-6-octenyl-[(2E)-2-methyl-2-butenoate]
CAS No. 24717-85-9 M.W. 238.37

Odor Description
Rosy-floral odor

Occurrence in Nature
Found in geranium oil.

Application Information
Used in geranium/rose accords, but also in herbaceous and honey fragrances.

Typical Use Level: Up to 2%

Stability Substantivity
Hypochlorite Bleach Poor Skin Good
Perborate Powder Detergent Good Dry Fabric Fair
Liquid Detergent Good Wet Fabric Good
Concentrated Fabric Softeners Good Hair Good
Soaps Good Tenacity on Blotter > 1 Week
Alcoholic Fine Fragrances Good Diffusivity Fairly diffusive
Toiletry Applications Good    
Antiperspirants Good    

Typical Physical Properties
Sp. Gr. (20/20) 0.899-0.909 Flash Point oC 110 CC
[α]20D -4o to 0o
GC MIN 89% as Citronellyl tiglate
Appearance Colorless liquid
CLogP 5.650

FEMA/GRAS No.