Citral

ALDRICH/W230316 - natural, ≥96%, FCC, FG

Synonym: 3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienal; Geranial and neral mixture

CAS Number: 5392-40-5
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C₁₀H₁₆O
Molecular Weight: 152.23
EC Number: 226-394-6
MDL Number: MFCD00006997
Linear Formula: (CH₃)₂C=CHCH₂CH₂C(CH₃)=CHCHO
Product Type: Chemical

Catalog Number	PKG Qty.	Price


45-W230316-SAMPLE-K	1 each	$62.30 1/EA	Add To Favorites
45-W230316-1KG-K	1 kg	$223.00 1/EA	Add To Favorites
45-W230316-9KG-K	9 kg	$1330.00 1/EA	Add To Favorites

12 Principles of Green Chemistry: Principle 3—Less Hazardous Chemical Syntheses. This product manufacturing process was designed with lesser toxicity to human health and the environment.

12 Principles of Green Chemistry: Principle 7—A raw material or feedstock should be renewable rather than depleting whenever technically and economically practicable.

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agency	follows IFRA guidelines
application(s)	flavors and fragrances
assay	≥96%
biological source	Litsea cubeba Pers.
bp	229 °C (lit.)
composition	contains IFRA and EU 1223/2009 restricted Citral (Neral + Geranial)
density	0.888 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
documentation	see Safety & Documentation for available documents
food allergen	no known allergens
fragrance allergen	citral (neral+geranial)
grade	FG
	Fragrance grade
	Halal
	Kosher
	natural
greener alternative category	Aligned
greener alternative product characteristics	Less Hazardous Chemical Syntheses Use of Renewable Feedstocks Learn more about the Principles of Green Chemistry .
InChI	1S/C10H16O/c1-9(2)5-4-6-10(3)7-8-11/h5,7-8H,4,6H2,1-3H3
InChI key	WTEVQBCEXWBHNA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
organoleptic	fresh; lemon; sweet
Quality Level	300
	400
refractive index	n20/D 1.488 (lit.)
reg. compliance	EU Regulation 1223/2009
	EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 178/2002
	FCC
	FDA 21 CFR 117
SMILES string	[H]C(=O)C=C(C)CCC=C(C)C
vapor density	5 (vs air)
vapor pressure	0.2 mmHg ( 200 °C)

Application:	Exploring the binding affinity and characteristics of DcitOBP9 in citrus psyllids.: This study delves into the interactions between DcitOBP9, a key odorant-binding protein, and citral in citrus psyllids, providing insights into pest behavior and potential targets for eco-friendly pest management strategies (Pei et al., 2024 ). Synergistic anti-virulence efficacy of citral and carvacrol against mixed vaginitis causing Candida albicans and Gardnerella vaginalis: An in vitro and in vivo study.: Demonstrates the combined use of citral and carvacrol as a potent anti-virulence strategy against pathogens in mixed vaginitis, showcasing a promising lead for non-antibiotic treatments (Jothi and Gowrishankar, 2024 ). Effect of polyethoxylated flavonoids (PMFs)-loaded citral and chitosan composite coatings on citrus preservation: From the perspective of fruit resistance.: Discusses innovative food preservation techniques using citral-infused coatings to enhance the storage life and quality of citrus fruits, addressing critical issues in food technology (Li et al., 2024 ). Synthesis, antifungal activity and action mechanism of novel citral amide derivatives against Rhizoctonia solani.: Explores the synthesis of citral derivatives for use as antifungal agents, offering new solutions for controlling fungal diseases in crops with potential applications in sustainable agriculture (Zhang et al., 2024 ).
General description:	We are committed to bringing you Greener Alternative Products, which adhere to one of the four categories of Greener Alternatives . This product is a Biobased products, showing key improvements in Green Chemistry Principles “Less Hazardous Chemical Syntheses” and “Use of Renewable Feedstock”.
Packaging:	1 kg in glass bottle
Packaging:	9 kg in poly drum
Preparation Note:	Extraction method: steam distillation from the fruit of tree.

Symbol	GHS07
Signal word	Warning
Hazard statements	H315 - H317 - H319
Precautionary statements	P261 - P264 - P272 - P280 - P302 + P352 - P305 + P351 + P338
Hazard Codes	Xi
Risk Statements	36/38-43
Safety Statements	24/25-26-37
RIDADR	NONH for all modes of transport
WGK Germany	WGK 1
Flash Point(F)	208.4 °F - DIN 51758
Flash Point(C)	98 °C - DIN 51758

Purity	≥96%
bp	229 °C (lit.)
Density	0.888 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Refractive Index	n20/D 1.488 (lit.)
FEMA Number	2303
UNSPSC	12164502

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