Is Citronellol a VOC?

Yes. Citronellol is classified as a volatile organic compound (VOC).

Is Citronellol on California's Proposition 65 list?

No. Citronellol is not on California's Proposition 65 list.

Is Citronellol biodegradable?

Yes. Citronellol has a confirmed biodegradable profile.

Citronellol

Fragrances
CAS 106-22-9
IUPAC: (R)-3,7-dimethyloct-6-en-1-ol

Citronellol (CAS 106-22-9) appears in 1 of the 2,122 car-care products CarCareTruth tracks (as of August 2026). It is classified as a VOC.

Health & environment profile

VOC: yes
Prop 65 listed: no
Asthmagen: no
EPA Safer Choice: no
Aquatic toxicity: no
Biodegradable: yes
Bioaccumulative: no
Persistent: no
Ozone depleting: no
Microplastic: no
PFAS: no

Purpose: Fragrance ingredient; natural terpene alcohol with rose/citrus scent found in citronella, geranium, and rose oils

Common questions about Citronellol

What is Citronellol used for in car care?: Fragrance ingredient; natural terpene alcohol with rose/citrus scent found in citronella, geranium, and rose oils
Is Citronellol a VOC?: Yes. Citronellol is classified as a volatile organic compound (VOC).
Is Citronellol on California's Proposition 65 list?: No. Citronellol is not on California's Proposition 65 list.
Is Citronellol biodegradable?: Yes. Citronellol has a confirmed biodegradable profile.

1 product contain this

Malco OXY Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner
fabric-upholstery-cleaner

Health and environment notes translate the manufacturer Safety Data Sheet, the GHS classification, and authoritative regulatory listings (California Prop 65, EPA). Not medical advice. They describe the ingredient itself; whether a hazard applies to a finished product depends on its concentration and how it's used.