Aldehyde C8 Orange

Aldehyde C8 occurs in several citrus oils including Orange oil.

It is a colourless liquid with a pungent odour, that becomes citrus like upon dilution.

C8 is used in perfumery in low concentrations, in eau de cologne and in artificial citrus oils.

Product specification.

CAS No: 124-13-0
Odour description (decreasing): Aldehydic, Waxy, Citrus Orange with a Green Peely Nuance
Solvent: None
Synonyms: n-Caprylaldehyde, n-Octaldehyde, n-Octanal, n-Octylal, Antifoam-LF, Caprylaldehyde, Caprylic Aldehyde, Octaldehyde, Octanaldehyde, Octanoic Aldehyde, Octylaldehyde, 1-Octanal; n-Octyl Aldehyde, Aldehyde C-8; C-8 Aldehyde
IFRA:

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements:

• H226 Flammable liquid and vapour.
• H315 Causes skin irritation.
• H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
• H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements:

• P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
• P233 Keep container tightly closed.
• P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
• P273 Avoid release to the environment.
• P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with 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.

Professional/Industrial use only.