Neryl Acetate

Description

Neryl Acetate is identified by CAS 141-12-8, molecular formula C12H20O2 and molecular weight 196.15 g/mol. UNII OF82IJU18H; ChEBI 141210; InChIKey HIGQPQRQIQDZMP-FLIBITNWSA-N. Boiling Point: 134 °C (25 mm Hg); Density: 0.905-0.914; Refractive Index: 1.458-1.464.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	141-12-8
PubChem CID	1549025
Molecular formula	C12H20O2
Molecular weight	196.15 g/mol
IUPAC name	[(2Z)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dienyl] acetate
InChIKey	HIGQPQRQIQDZMP-FLIBITNWSA-N
UNII (FDA)	OF82IJU18H
ChEBI ID	CHEBI:141210
FEMA number	2773
JECFA number	59

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	196.29
XLogP3	3.5
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	2
Rotatable Bond Count	6
Exact Mass	196.146329876
Monoisotopic Mass	196.146329876
Topological Polar Surface Area	26.3
Heavy Atom Count	14
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	134 °C (25 mm Hg)
Density	0.905-0.914
Refractive Index	1.458-1.464

Physical description & handling notes

• Liquid
• colourless to pale yellow liquid/sweet, floral odour
• 1 ml in 1 ml 95% alcohol (in ethanol)

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVOR ENHANCER, FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Floral, Fruit No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
GHS notification summary	16.6% (298 / 1799)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	16.6% (298 / 1799)
Reported hazard statements	H315 (77.8%), H317 (77.2%), H412 (72.7%)

Documented Uses

• Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes
• Flavoring Agents -> JECFA Flavorings Index
• Information on 14 consumer products that contain Neryl Acetate in the following categories is provided:
• Other (requires additional information)
• All Other Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing
• Soap, Cleaning Compound, and Toilet Preparation Manufacturing

Synonyms

Neryl acetate; 141-12-8; Nerol acetate; cis-Geranyl acetate; (Z)-3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl acetate; Neryl ethanoate; [(2Z)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dienyl] acetate; (2Z)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl acetate; NSC-72031; FEMA No. 2773; 2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, acetate, (Z)-; Neryl acetate (natural); UNII-OF82IJU18H; OF82IJU18H; cis-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol acetate; EINECS 205-459-2

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Neryl Acetate?

CAS 141-12-8; molecular formula C12H20O2; molecular weight 196.15 g/mol.

What other names is Neryl Acetate known by?

Neryl acetate, 141-12-8, Nerol acetate, cis-Geranyl acetate, (Z)-3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl acetate, Neryl ethanoate.

What is the regulatory status of Neryl Acetate?

Documented regulatory listings: EU Flavoring substances; FDA Substance added to food: FLAVOR ENHANCER, FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT; Flavoring Agents.

Is Neryl Acetate classified as hazardous?

16.6% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (298 of 1799).

What are the key physical properties of Neryl Acetate?

Boiling Point: 134 °C (25 mm Hg); Density: 0.905-0.914; Refractive Index: 1.458-1.464.

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