Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Country of Origin
- Fragrance
- Fragrance Family
- Fragrance Ingredient Class
- INCI Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Cleaning Ingredients Functions
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- FEMA Number
- 2508
- CAS No.
- 8000-46-2
- Olfactory Notes
- Rose, Yeasty, Citronella, Mint
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Process
Distillation of leaves and stems
- Botanical Name
Pelargonium graveolens L.
- Plant Family
Geraniaceae
- Plant Part
Leafy stems
- Key Compounds
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Product Background
Geranium comes from the Greek “geranos”, meaning “crane”, in reference to the bird whose beak is the same straight, pointed shape as the fruit of the geranium. The Pelargonium genus originated in South Africa and includes almost 300 species, some of which are incorrectly named “geraniums”, but which differ from those of the eponymous Geranium genus. These fragrant geraniums, referred to as rose or sweetscented geraniums, are primarily cultivated in Egypt and China, but can also be found in other Mediterranean basin countries, such a Spain, Italy and Morocco. This essential oil has long been used in perfumes, playing a major role in fougere notes, and it also flavors many industrially-produced foods and drinks. It is used in aromatherapy for its antibacterial properties.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Fragrances & Perfume Applications
- Home Care Applications
- I&I Cleaning Applications
- Skin Care Applications
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Yellow-green to amber yellow liquid
- Soluble in
- 50% (in Ethanol 96%)
- Physico-Chemical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Refractive Index (at 20°C) | 1.469 | - | - |
| Flash Point | 64 | °C | - |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Approvals
COSMOS quality approved (ECOCERT)
Technical Details & Test Data
- Harvest, Extraction & Yield Information
- Harvest : Annual, from June to July
- Extraction : Steam distillation, two hours
- Yield : 1 kg of essential oil from 400 kg of plant
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 12 Months
- Storage Conditions
Store the product away from extreme temperatures, light and in its original container, hermetically closed.