Farnesol
Also known as: (2E,6E)-3,7,11-Trimethyl-2,6,10-dodecatrien-1-ol, trans,trans-Farnesol, Farnesyl alcohol, 3,7,11-Trimethyldodeca-2,6,10-trien-1-ol, all-trans-Farnesol
Farnesol (CAS 4602-84-0) 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 283.4±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, H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 4602-84-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-16880-3
- Molecular Formula
- C15H26O
- Molecular Weight
- 222.366 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 283.4±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 96.1±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 222.198364 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 5.31 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.485 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Cordeiro Rde A, et al. Farnesol inhibits in vitro growth of the Cryptococcus neoformans species complex with no significant changes in virulence-related exoenzymes. Vet Microbiol. 2012 Oct 12;159(3-4):375-80. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2905290000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2905290000 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 Farnesol?
The CAS number of Farnesol is 4602-84-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Farnesol?
Farnesol has molecular formula C15H26O and molecular weight 222.366 g/mol.
Is Farnesol hazardous?
Farnesol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Farnesol?
For Farnesol, Upstream Products: FARNESAL, Nerolidol, acetic acid; Downstream Products: 2,6,10-Trimethyldodecane, 3,7,11-Trimethyl-1-dodecanol, Isophytol.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Farnesol (CAS 4602-84-0)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-16880-3 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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