Linalyl acetate
CAS number: 115-95-7
Synonyms: 3,7-Dimethyl-1,6-octadien-3-ol acetate; 3,7-Dimethyl-1,6-octadien-3-yl acetate; Bergamiol; Bergamol
Chemical class: Esters
Industry claims found in: bergamot, clary sage, lemon oil, pepper, tomato, lavender, black currants, cardamon, celery, cocoa, grapefruit, honey
Industry claims used in: baked goods, dairy products, candy, beverages
Possible physical or functional effects: Flavoring agents and adjuvants
Properties: industry claims FEMA GRAS; industry claims FDA GRAS; used in cigarettes; used in smokeless tobacco
Toxicology: LD50 (oral, rat) 14,550 mg/kg; mildly toxic by ingestion; heated to decomp., emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes