What does linalool smell like?

Linalool smells fresh, light and floral, with lavender and citrus sides and a slightly woody edge. It is a major part of the smell of lavender, coriander seed and bergamot oils, and it blends easily into most floral and fresh fragrances.

Is linalool natural or synthetic?

Linalool occurs in many plants, but most commercial linalool is made synthetically. Both have the same chemical identity. If you need a specific origin for labelling, ask the supplier for documents rather than assuming.

Why does linalool have to be listed on cosmetic labels?

Oxidised linalool can cause skin allergies in some people, so EU rules list it as a fragrance allergen. It must be named on labels above 0.001% in leave-on and 0.01% in rinse-off products. Check the rules that apply where you sell.

How should I store linalool so it doesn't go off?

Keep it in a full, tightly closed amber glass or aluminium bottle in a cool, dark place. Air causes oxidation, so decant part-used stock into smaller bottles. If it smells sour or harsh, don't use it in skin products.

How much linalool can I use in a perfume?

It is used across a wide range, from a little in fruity blends to a large part of lavender and fresh floral accords. Build the blend gradually and smell as you go. For skin products, check current IFRA standards for your product type.

Is linalool the same as lavender oil?

No. Lavender oil is a natural mixture of many compounds, and linalool is one of its main ones, along with linalyl acetate. Linalool alone gives a fresh floral note but lacks the full depth of lavender oil.

Linalool: Odour, Uses in Fragrance, Storage and Safety

Linalool is a colourless liquid aroma chemical with a fresh, floral, slightly citrus and woody smell, found in lavender, coriander seed and many other plants. It is one of the most widely used fragrance ingredients, in perfumes, attars, soaps, detergents, candles and incense, and must be kept sealed because it oxidises in air.

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Specifications

Formula: C10H18O
CAS number: 78-70-6
Grades: Technical
Hindi name: लिनालूल

Products and pack sizes

Product	Grade	Pack	Price (incl. GST)	₹ per kg
Linalool	Technical	—	₹299	—

What is linalool?

Linalool is a terpene alcohol that occurs in more than 200 plants, including lavender, coriander seed, bergamot, rosewood and basil. As an aroma chemical it is a clear, colourless liquid with a light, fresh floral smell, with lavender and citrus sides and a soft woody edge.

Formula: C10H18O
CAS number: 78-70-6
Molar mass: about 154.2 g/mol
Boiling point: about 198 °C

It is soluble in alcohol and oils but hardly in water. Exposed to air over time, it oxidises and forms hydroperoxides, which can irritate and sensitise skin. That is why storage matters with this material.

Grades and pack sizes at Azlok

Azlok lists Linalool under aromatic raw materials, for perfumers, attar makers and soap and candle makers. Treat it as perfumery material. The pack size is on the product page. Ask the supplier if you need to know whether it is synthetic or natural-derived.

Product	Listed as	Suits
Linalool	Aroma chemical (perfumery use)	Perfumes, attars, soaps, detergents, candles, incense

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Common uses

Fine fragrance: a building block for lavender, fougère, muguet, neroli, bergamot and fresh floral accords.
Attars and perfume oils: to brighten and lift heavier floral and woody bases.
Soaps, shampoos and detergents: a stable, fresh floral note in functional fragrances.
Candles, incense and air care: lavender and fresh floral themes.
Industry: starting material for other aroma chemicals such as linalyl acetate.

How to use it

Weigh, don't count drops. Use a scale reading to 0.01 g for small blends.
Dose: it can be used across a wide range, from small amounts in a fruity blend to a large share of a lavender or fresh floral accord. Build up gradually and smell after each addition.
Protect it from air. Keep bottles full and tightly closed. Many suppliers add an antioxidant such as BHT or tocopherol, so check the label.
Label finished products. In the EU, linalool must be named on cosmetic labels above 0.001% in leave-on and 0.01% in rinse-off products. Check what applies to your market.

For skin products, check current IFRA standards, which also cover how oxidised linalool may be. Patch test finished products. Cosmetics sold in India need to meet BIS and CDSCO rules.

Safety and storage

It is a combustible liquid. Keep it away from flames, heaters and sparks.
It irritates eyes and, especially when oxidised, can cause skin reactions. Wear gloves and safety glasses when handling neat material.
Keep it away from strong oxidisers and acids.
Store in a tightly closed amber glass or aluminium bottle, cool and away from light. Move part-used stock into smaller bottles to reduce air space.
Material that smells sour or harsh may have oxidised; don't use it on skin.
Keep away from children.
Soak up spills with sand or paper towel and dispose of in a sealed bag. Don't pour into drains.

Choosing the right grade and pack

Linalool is one of the materials perfumers use most, so studios and attar makers go through it faster than most aroma chemicals. Still, buy only what you can use within its shelf life, since oxidation sets in once a bottle is opened. Soap, detergent and candle makers using it in every batch can save with a larger pack.

For 25 kg and above, send a bulk inquiry.

Frequently asked questions

What does linalool smell like?: Linalool smells fresh, light and floral, with lavender and citrus sides and a slightly woody edge. It is a major part of the smell of lavender, coriander seed and bergamot oils, and it blends easily into most floral and fresh fragrances.
Is linalool natural or synthetic?: Linalool occurs in many plants, but most commercial linalool is made synthetically. Both have the same chemical identity. If you need a specific origin for labelling, ask the supplier for documents rather than assuming.
Why does linalool have to be listed on cosmetic labels?: Oxidised linalool can cause skin allergies in some people, so EU rules list it as a fragrance allergen. It must be named on labels above 0.001% in leave-on and 0.01% in rinse-off products. Check the rules that apply where you sell.
How should I store linalool so it doesn't go off?: Keep it in a full, tightly closed amber glass or aluminium bottle in a cool, dark place. Air causes oxidation, so decant part-used stock into smaller bottles. If it smells sour or harsh, don't use it in skin products.
How much linalool can I use in a perfume?: It is used across a wide range, from a little in fruity blends to a large part of lavender and fresh floral accords. Build the blend gradually and smell as you go. For skin products, check current IFRA standards for your product type.
Is linalool the same as lavender oil?: No. Lavender oil is a natural mixture of many compounds, and linalool is one of its main ones, along with linalyl acetate. Linalool alone gives a fresh floral note but lacks the full depth of lavender oil.