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trans-Nerolidol

Also known as: (6E)-3,7,11-Trimethyl-1,6,10-dodecatrien-3-ol, (E)-3,7,11-Trimethyl-1,6,10-dodecatrien-3-ol, Nerolidol, Peruviol, Teprenone Impurity 19, MFCD00008911

trans-Nerolidol (CAS 40716-66-3) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H26O and a molecular weight of 222.366 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 276.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 96.1±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
40716-66-3
Jingsj CID
J-10830-5
Molecular Formula
C15H26O
Molecular Weight
222.366 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point276.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point96.1±0.0 °C
Exact Mass222.198364
PSA20.23000
LogP5.32
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.480
Storage Conditions?20°C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Hanušová V, et al. The effects of β-caryophyllene oxide and trans-nerolidol on the efficacy of doxorubicin in breast cancer cells and breast tumor-bearing mice. Biomed Pharmacother. 2017 Nov;95:828-836. [2]. Chan WK, et al. Nerolidol: A Sesquiterpene Alcohol with Multi-Faceted Pharmacological and Biological Activities. Molecules. 2016 Apr 28;21(5):529.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2905290000
Summary2905290000 unsaturated monohydric alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of trans-Nerolidol?

The CAS number of trans-Nerolidol is 40716-66-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of trans-Nerolidol?

trans-Nerolidol has molecular formula C15H26O and molecular weight 222.366 g/mol.

Is trans-Nerolidol hazardous?

trans-Nerolidol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of trans-Nerolidol?

For trans-Nerolidol, Upstream Products: Geranylacetone, Vinylmagnesium bromide, Trimethyl phosphite; Downstream Products: 2,6,10-Trimethyldodecane, 1-Methyl-4-(6-methyl-5-hepten-2-yl)cyclohexene, alpha-Bisabolol.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "trans-Nerolidol (CAS 40716-66-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-10830-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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