(+/-)-linalool

Also known as linalool, beta-linalool, linalyl alcohol, 2,6-dimethylocta-2,7-dien-6-ol, FEMA 2635, 3,7-Dimethyl-1,6-Octadien-3-ol, 2,6-Dimethyl-2,7-octadien-6-ol, Linanool

Linalool (), also called linalol refers to two enantiomers of a naturally occurring terpene alcohol found in many flowers and spice plants. Together with geraniol, nerol, and citronellol, linalool is one of the rose alcohols. Linalool has multiple commercial applications, the majority of which are based on its pleasant scent (floral, with a touch of spiciness).

Chemical data

Formula: C10H18O
Molecular weight: 154.25 g/mol
IUPAC name: 3,7-dimethylocta-1,6-dien-3-ol
SMILES: CC(=CCCC(C)(C=C)O)C
InChIKey: CDOSHBSSFJOMGT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
XLogP: 2.7
Polar surface area: 20.2 Å²
H-bond donors: 1
H-bond acceptors: 1
Formal charge: 0

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Linalool Hydroperoxides.

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Biosynthesis
Odor and flavor
Chemical derivatives
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A colorless oil, linalool is classified as an acyclic monoterpenoid. In plants, it is a metabolite, a volatile oil component, an antimicrobial agent, and an aroma compound. Linalool has uses in manufacturing of soaps, fragrances, food additives as flavors, household products, and insecticides. Esters of linalool are referred to as linalyl, e.g. linalyl pyrophosphate, an isomer of geranyl pyrophosphate.