Description / Application
Geranyl benzoate is a benzoate ester resulting from the formal condensation of the carboxy group of benzoic acid with the hydroxy group of geraniol. It has a role as a fragrance and a plant metabolite. It is a monoterpenoid, a benzoate ester and an olefinic compound. It is functionally related to a geraniol and a benzoic acid.
Identities
| Alternative Name | 3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dien-1-yl benzoate |
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| Molecular Formula | C17H22O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 258.35 |
Safety
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| Signal Word | Warning |
| Hazard Statements | H315;H319;H335 |
| Precautionary Statements | P261;P264;P271;P280;P302+P352;P304+P340;P305+P351+P338;P312;P321;P332+P313;P337+P313;P362;P403+P233;P405;P501 |