murphyGeranyl Acetate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 105-87-3, Geranyl ethanoate, [(2E)-3, 7-dimethylocta-2, 6-dienyl] acetate, Acetic acid, Geraniol ester, Geranyl acetate A, Trans-3, 7-Dimethyl-2, 6-octadien-1-yl acetate, Trans-Geraniol acetate, 2, 6-Octadien-1-ol, NCI-C54728
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Synthetic
Fragrance
Clean
OriginPlant-Derived
Neryl acetate is found in cardamom. Neryl acetate is found in citrus, kumquat and pummelo peel oils, ginger, cardamon, clary sage, myrtle leaf and myrtle berries. Neryl acetate is a flavouring agent.
Geranyl acetate belongs to the family of Fatty Alcohol Esters. These are ester derivatives of a fatty alcohol.
Solubility less than 1 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992)
Formula
C12H20O2
Mol. Weight
196.29
CAS #
105-87-3
Form
Oil
State
Geranyl acetate is a clear colorless liquid with an odor of lavender. (NTP, 1992)
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ EU Fragrance Allergen
Functions
Perfuming
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Tonic
Brightens uneven skin tone
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR