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(+/-)-Citronellal, 96%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
(±)-Citronellal is an active component of citronella oil. It is used as a flavoring agent, insect repellent, fragrance in soaps and detergents, and in personal care products like creams, lotions, and perfumes. It acts as a chemical intermediate for citronellol and hydroxycitronellal. Further, it is used to prepare 1-dibutylamino-3,7-dimethyl-oct-6-en-2-one by reacting with dibutylamine. In addition to this, it is utilized to inhibit the development of mechanical nociception induced by carrageenan (CG) and tumor necrosis factor-alfa.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
(^+)-Citronellal is an active component of citronella oil. It is used as a flavoring agent, insect repellent, fragrance in soaps and detergents, and in personal care products like creams, lotions, and perfumes. It acts as a chemical intermediate for citronellol and hydroxycitronellal. Further, it is used to prepare 1-dibutylamino-3,7-dimethyl-oct-6-en-2-one by reacting with dibutylamine. In addition to this, it is utilized to inhibit the development of mechanical nociception induced by carrageenan (CG) and tumor necrosis factor-alfa.
Solubility
Slightly miscible with water and ethanol.
Notes
Store in a cool place. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Air and light sensitive. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids and strong bases.

Specifications
Specifications
Density | 0.86 |
Boiling Point | 206°C to 208°C |
Flash Point | 75°C (167°F) |
Refractive Index | 1.446 |
Quantity | 100 mL |
Beilstein | 1720789 |
Sensitivity | Air Sensitive |
Merck Index | 14,2329 |
Solubility Information | Slightly miscible with water and ethanol. |
IUPAC Name | (3R)-3,7-dimethyloct-6-enal |
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Certificates
Certificates
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Lot Number | Certificate Type | Date | Catalog Number |
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10234375 | Certificate of Analysis | 30/08/2024 | L15753.AP,L15753.AE |
10248000 | Certificate of Analysis | 14/09/2023 | L15753.AP,L15753.AE |
10228687 | Certificate of Analysis | 08/12/2021 | L15753.AP,L15753.AE |
10217397 | Certificate of Analysis | 08/12/2021 | L15753.AP,L15753.AE |
10106181 | Certificate of Analysis | 08/12/2021 | L15753.AP,L15753.AE |
Safety and Handling

- (+/-)-Citronellal
- Warning
- LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 3
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Skin sensitiser Category 1
- 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.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
- P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P333+P313-If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : (+/-)-Citronellal
RUO – Research Use Only
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