Molekula
Citronellal
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Citronellal is a naturally occurring aldehyde with a fresh, citrusy scent, widely used in perfumery, flavoring, and as a fragrance ingredient in soaps, detergents, and cosmetics. It also serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of isopulegol and menthol, hydroxycitronellal, and pharmaceuticals. This clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid has a CAS number of 106-23-0, molecular formula (CH₃)₂C=CHCH₂CH₂CH(CH₃)CH₂CHO, and a molecular weight of 154.25 g/mol. Store at ambient conditions, with a signal word of Warning for handling. Molekula supplies Citronellal from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to light yellow liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.446 - 1.456 |
| Assay | ≥96.0% |
| Optical Rotation | -1.00 - 11.00 |
| Relative density | 0.845 ~ 0.861 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 74 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Needles or orthorhombic crystals |
| Odour | Intense lemon-citronella-rose odor |
| Melting Point | 147 °C |
| Boiling Point | 205 °C |
| Density | 0.853 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Water Solubility | Slightly soluble in water |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in ethanol |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.28 mmHg |
| Refractive Index | 1.446 |
Source: PubChem CID 7794 (HSDB, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90033097 |
| CAS Number | 106-23-0 |
| IUPAC Name | 3,7-dimethyloct-6-enal |
| EC Number | 203-376-6 |
| Molecular Formula | (CH3)2C=CHCH2CH2CH(CH3)CH2CHO |
| Molecular Weight | 154.25 |
| Exact Mass | 154.1358 |
| SMILES | CC(CCC=C(C)C)CC=O |
| InChIKey | NEHNMFOYXAPHSD-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C10H18O/c1-9(2)5-4-6-10(3)7-8-11/h5,8,10H,4,6-7H2,1-3H3 |
| PubChem CID | 7794 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2912192000 |
| Tariff Code | 2912190090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H227 Combustible liquid
- H303 May be harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 2,3-Dihydrocitral
- 3,7-Dimethyl-6-octen-1-al
- 3,7-Dimethyl-6-octenal
- 3,7-Dimethyloct-6-enal
- 6-Octenal, 3,7-dimethyl-
- beta-Citronellal
- Citronella
- Citronellel
- FEMA No. 2307
- Rhodinal
Frequently asked questions
What is citronellal commonly used for?
Citronellal is primarily used in fragrances, perfumes, and flavorings due to its citrusy, floral scent reminiscent of rose and lemon. It's also a key intermediate in the synthesis of isopulegol and menthol, as well as hydroxycitronellal and other fine chemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of citronellal?
The chemical formula is C10H18O (or (CH3)2C=CHCH2CH2CH(CH3)CH2CHO), and the molecular weight is 154.25 g/mol.
How should citronellal be stored?
Store citronellal in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Keep it in a well-ventilated area.
What grades of citronellal does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies technical-grade citronellal (95%+ purity) suitable for industrial fragrance, flavor, and chemical synthesis applications.
Can Molekula supply citronellal in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply citronellal in bulk, with quantities tailored to your production needs—contact us for minimum order quantities and logistics details.
What documentation comes with a citronellal order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a packing slip with batch details and storage instructions.
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