Nerol
Nerol is the cis-isomer of geraniol, an unsaturated acyclic terpene alcohol essential in rose oil and citrus perfumes, with floral scent profile. Classified under HTS 2905.22.50 as 'other' acyclic terpene alcohols, separate from geraniol. Used in cosmetics and as insect repellent.
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If fully saturated equivalent
Saturated acyclic monohydric alcohols classify under 2905.29, based on absence of unsaturation.
If essential oils containing nerol as component
Terpenic essential oils with nerol fall under Chapter 33 if meeting concentration thresholds.
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Related Products under HTS 2905.22.50
Geraniol
Geraniol is an acyclic terpene alcohol with the formula C10H18O, featuring a trans-isomer configuration and unsaturated structure, used primarily in perfumery and as a flavoring agent. It falls under HTS 2905.22.50 as an unsaturated monohydric acyclic terpene alcohol, distinct from allied geraniol. Purity typically exceeds 98% for industrial applications.
Linalool
Linalool is a naturally occurring acyclic terpene alcohol with two double bonds, found in lavender and coriander oils, prized for floral-citrus aroma. HTS 2905.22.50 covers this unsaturated monohydric terpene alcohol as 'other'. Widely used in fragrances, hygiene products, and as EPA-approved pesticide.
Citronellol
Citronellol, or 3,7-dimethyloct-6-en-1-ol, is an unsaturated monohydric acyclic terpene alcohol from citronella oil, key in rose and geranium scents. Falls under HTS 2905.22.50 as other terpene alcohol, distinguished by single double bond position. Mosquito repellent and fragrance fixative.
Myrcenol
Myrcenol (2-methyl-6-methyleneoct-7-en-2-ol) is a branched unsaturated acyclic terpene alcohol used in lavender and floral fragrances. Classified HTS 2905.22.50 as other acyclic terpene alcohol due to its monohydric unsaturated structure. Synthetic intermediate for aroma chemicals.
Lavandulol
Lavandulol is an irregular monoterpene alcohol with characteristic lavender odor, unsaturated acyclic structure fitting HTS 2905.22.50 'other' classification. Minor component of lavender oil, used in high-end perfumery. Chemically 2,6-dimethyl-oct-5-en-2-ol.
Hotrienol
Hotrienol (3,7-dimethylocta-1,5,7-trien-3-ol) features three conjugated double bonds, a potent lily-of-the-valley odorant in fine fragrances. HTS 2905.22.50 as unsaturated acyclic terpene alcohol 'other'. Highly unstable, used at trace levels.