Geraniol: The Premium Rose Aroma Chemical Driving Fragrance, Cosmetics, and Natural Insect Repellent Markets

Geraniol is one of the most important and commercially valuable terpene alcohols in

the global fragrance and flavour industry. As the primary odour-contributing compound

in rose oil and palmarosa essential oil, Geraniol delivers a characteristic sweet,

fresh, floral rose-like aroma with citrus undertones that has made it a foundational

ingredient in fine perfumery for over a century.

The Rose Fragrance Standard

Rose is the most iconic floral note in perfumery and Geraniol is its primary

chemical carrier. Along with citronellol, nerol, and rose oxide, Geraniol forms

the core of the rose fragrance accord that appears in countless fine fragrance

compositions worldwide.

For perfumers working with rose accords, reliable Geraniol supply at consistent

purity is a business-critical requirement.

Functional Fragrance Applications

Beyond fine fragrance Geraniol is extensively used in functional fragrance

for fabric softeners, detergents, and household care products where its fresh

rose-citrus character adds perceived freshness and natural quality.

Food and Beverage Flavouring

Geraniol is approved as a food flavouring under FEMA GRAS (FEMA 2507) and used in

food and beverage products to contribute rose and citrus flavour notes.

Natural Insect Repellent

One of the most commercially interesting emerging applications for Geraniol is

natural insect repellent formulation. Peer-reviewed research has demonstrated

significant repellent activity against mosquitoes, ticks, and other biting insects

making it an attractive DEET-free active ingredient in natural insect repellent

products. Consumer demand for natural insect repellents continues to grow

driven by concerns about synthetic chemical exposure.

Sourcing Geraniol from UAB An Group Export

UAB An Group Export supplies fragrance and flavour-grade Geraniol at >=97.0%

purity with full CoA, SDS, and export documentation worldwide.

Contact us at info@angroupexport.com or via WhatsApp at +1 (350) 210-1380.