Citral EX

Citral is a naturally occurring organic compound classified as a terpenoid.

It’s best known for its strong lemon-like aroma and is a major component in the essential oils of several plants, especially lemongrass, lemon myrtle, and citrus fruits.

It is an unsaturated aldehyde that exists as a mixture of two geometric isomers:

• Geranial (citral A) has a strong lemon scent.
• Neral (citral B) has a slightly sweeter, less intense lemon odour.

Used extensively in perfume to impart citrus notes and as a starting material for synthesising other compounds like Ionones, and Methyl Ionones (important in fragrance chemistry).

It is also used as an antimicrobial agent in natural medicine.

A solid alternative that may be considered in place of this classic Lemon material is Citroasis Base by Firmenich.

Product specification.

CAS No: 5392-40-5
Odour description (decreasing): Powerful, Sharp, Lemon, Sweet, Fresh, Citrus
Odour Strength: Medium
Usage: Effective from the smallest traces, up to a maximum of 0.60%
Substantivity: 12 hour(s) at 100%
Solvent: None
Synonyms: Lemarome, Neral, Geranial (Trans-Citral)
Name: 3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-Dienal
Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₁₆O
IFRA: Restricted – View the standard here and the full library of standards here 

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements:

• H315 Causes skin irritation.
• H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
• H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary statements:

• P261 Avoid breathing vapour or dust.
• P264 Wash hands and other contacted skin thoroughly after handling.
• P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
• P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.
• P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
• P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
• P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
• P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
• P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
• P501 Dispose of contents/container to: approved disposal site.

Professional/Industrial use only.