Geraniol

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Where is Geraniol found?

Geraniol is found in plant-based mosquito repellents. It has a rose-like odor, for which it is commonly used in perfumes and in products with flavors such as peach, raspberry, grapefruit, red apple, plum, lime, orange, lemon, watermelon, pineapple, and blueberry.

How can you avoid contact with Geraniol?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• (E)-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol
• (E)-Geraniol
• (E)-Nerol 2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-,
• (E)- 2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, trans- 2-trans-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol
• 3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol, (E)-
• 3,7-Dimethyl-trans-2,6-octadien-1-ol
• 4-01-00-02277 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
• AI3-00206
• BRN 1722456
• CCRIS 7243
• EINECS 203-377-1
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 597501
• FEMA No. 2507
• Geraniol
• Geraniol (natural)
• Geraniol Extra
• Geraniol alcohol
• Geranyl alcohol
• HSDB 484
• Lemonol
• NSC 9279
• beta-Geraniol
• trans-3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol
• trans-Geranio

What are some products that may contain Geraniol?

A clinician's point of view.

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For additional information about products that might contain Geraniol, visit the Consumer Product Information Database. These lists are brief and provide just a few examples. They are not comprehensive. Product formulations also change frequently. Read product labels carefully and talk to your doctor if you have any questions. These are general guidelines. Talk to your doctor for more specific instructions.