Citral Terpene Limon

Citral Terpene Lemon

Other names: citral, 3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadienal, geranial and neral mixture, lemon terpene aldehyde

CAS Number: 5392-40-5

EC Number: 226-394-6

Sum Formula: C10H16O

Molar Mass: 152.23 g/mol

Appearance: clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid

Odor: strong lemon-like odor

Citral is an organic compound belonging to the group of terpene aldehydes. It occurs as a mixture of cis and trans isomers known as neral and geranial. It is characterized by a fresh, intense lemon-like odor and is one of the key components found in essential oils from citrus fruits and selected aromatic plants.

The product may be used as a fragrance raw material, a component of technical mixtures and a starting material in chemical synthesis. Due to the presence of an aldehyde group and a terpene structure, it is used in laboratory, formulation and industrial applications.

Chemical and Physical Properties:

Form: liquid

Color: colorless to pale yellow

Odor: strong, lemon-like

Boiling Point: approximately 227–229°C

Flash Point: approximately 98°C

Density: approximately 0.89 g/cm3 at 20°C

Type of Compound: terpene aldehyde

Chemical Form: mixture of cis and trans isomers

Solubility in Water: limited

Solubility in Other Solvents: soluble in many organic solvents

Applications:

Fragrance Industry:

Used as a component of fragrance compositions, aromatic mixtures and products requiring a fresh lemon-like scent.

Chemical Synthesis:

Used as an intermediate or reagent in the synthesis of citral derivatives, aldehydes, acids and other terpene compounds.

Technical Formulations:

May be used as a component of technical mixtures, fragrance compositions and specialized products.

Laboratory Research:

Used as a model compound in studies involving terpene aldehydes, isomerism and the reactivity of unsaturated organic compounds.

Key Properties:

Characteristic Odor: provides an intense, fresh lemon-like odor.

Aldehyde Structure: the aldehyde group affects the chemical reactivity of the compound.

Terpene Character: belongs to the group of terpenoids and occurs as a mixture of neral and geranial isomers.

Liquid Form: convenient for dosing and use in technical and laboratory formulations.

Storage:

Store the product in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place.

Protect from light, moisture, heat and ignition sources.

Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases and incompatible materials.

Handling:

Avoid breathing vapors, mist or aerosol.

Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Use in a well-ventilated area.

Use appropriate personal protective equipment, including protective gloves, eye protection and face protection.

This product is intended strictly for technical, laboratory, industrial and research use. It is not intended for consumption, medical, pharmaceutical or feed applications.