Nerol

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

All authors of this article

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Dieser Artikel auf Deutsch

Synonym(s)

cis-3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadiene film

Definition
This section has been translated automatically.

Component of various essential oils (neoli oil, rose oil). Nerol is the cis-form of geraniol and the isomer of linalool. Nerol is a monoterpene alcohol with the molecular formula C10H18 O. Nerol has a pleasant scent of roses. In cosmetics the substance serves as a fragrance; in higher concentrations it is used as a preservative.

Authors

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Articlecontent