About this material
Citrathal is a refined citrus aromatic ingredient prized by perfumers for its crisp, luminous character and ability to lift compositions with effortless zest and brightness.
Citrathal delivers a bright, clean‑fresh citrus bouquet weaving the zesty sweetness of lemon peel, lime zest and fresh citrus herbaceousness, layered with subtle green foliage facets. At higher concentrations it can reveal nuanced lemon‑balm and delicate herbal citrus peel nuances, making it perfect for lively top notes and refreshing fougère or cologne composition.
Whether crafting a signature cologne rich in fresh citrus or enhancing floral and herbal accords, Citrathal adds a sparkling, contemporary edge that evokes lemon verve and luminous freshness.
Givaudan describe Citrathal as being one of the more chemically stable citrus materials.
Scent character
Highlights from the material’s listed odour profile.
Note position
Top note
Material character
A closer lookOdour strength
Listed qualitative strength
Tenacity / substantivity
32 hour(s)
at 100%
Listed reference conditions
Fragrance development
Top note
Illustrative note development · no measured evaporation data
Molecular identity
C14H26O2
- Molecular weight
- 226.35 g/mol
- IUPAC name
- (2E)-1,1-diethoxy-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-diene
More compound properties
Computed and structural reference properties for the named compound. These are not measured supplier specifications or properties of a complete dilution, mixture or batch.
- XLogP (computed)
- 4.2
- Exact mass (Da)
- 226.193280068
- Monoisotopic mass (Da)
- 226.193280068
- Topological polar surface area (Ų)
- 18.5
- Complexity
- 219
- Formal charge
- 0
- Hydrogen bond donors
- 0
- Hydrogen bond acceptors
- 2
- Rotatable bonds
- 8
- Heavy atoms
- 16
- Isotope atoms
- 0
- Atom stereocentres
- 0
- Bond stereocentres
- 1
- Covalent units
- 1
- SMILES
- CCOC(/C=C(\C)/CCC=C(C)C)OCC
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C14H26O2/c1-6-15-14(16-7-2)11-13(5)10-8-9-12(3)4/h9,11,14H,6-8,10H2,1-5H3/b13-11+
- InChIKey
- NTXGFKWLJFHGGJ-ACCUITESSA-N
Reference data checked 2026-10-27.
This molecular reference matches the catalogue’s recorded CAS and formula. It does not confirm the supplied grade, purity, stereochemistry, isomer proportions, composition, impurities or unlisted constituents.
Fragrance allergen reference
Generic regulatory reference only. This is not a supplier allergen declaration, measured composition, allergen-free claim or finished-product labelling assessment.
Raw-material reference based on recorded CAS numbers. A CAS match identifies a reference entry; it does not verify the supplied grade, composition, purity or finished-product compliance. Naturals, bases and mixtures require composition review.
European Union / Northern Ireland
No direct listed-entry CAS match in this jurisdiction’s held reference set. This does not mean the material is allergen-free. Constituents, grouped entries and natural-material composition may require further review.
Finished-cosmetic declaration thresholds: greater than 0.001% leave-on; greater than 0.01% rinse-off. Apply the current target-market rules to the actual complete formulation; no concentration is inferred here.
Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 · Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 with 11 November 2025 corrigendum; checked 2026-10-26.
Held EU transition dates: placing noncompliant products on the market until 2026-07-31; making them available until 2028-07-31. Check applicability and current law for the intended market. 2025 corrigendum.
Great Britain
No direct listed-entry CAS match in this jurisdiction’s held reference set. This does not mean the material is allergen-free. Constituents, grouped entries and natural-material composition may require further review.
Finished-cosmetic declaration thresholds: greater than 0.001% leave-on; greater than 0.01% rinse-off. Apply the current target-market rules to the actual complete formulation; no concentration is inferred here.
Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex III (Great Britain) · legislation.gov.uk current text checked 2026-10-26.
Current supplier composition or allergen declarations are required to assess naturals, bases, mixtures and actual concentrations. Reference data checked 2026-10-26; bundle 2026-10-27. Supplementary private documents remain separate.
Product specification
| CAS number | 7492-66-2 |
|---|---|
| Odour description (decreasing) | Sweet, Fresh, Citrus, Green, Floral, Lime, Lemon Peel, Waxy |
| Odour strength | Medium |
| Perfumery use | Effective from the smallest traces, through to 5%Listed perfumery guidance; this is not an IFRA limit. |
| Substantivity | 32 hour(s) at 100% |
| Solvent | None |
| Physical state | Liquid |
| Synonyms | Citrathal™, Citral diethyl acetal, 1,1‑diethoxy‑3,7‑dimethyl‑2,6‑octadiene, Diethyl acetal of citral, 3,7‑dimethyl‑2,6‑octadienal diethyl acetal |
| Recorded name / preparation | 1,1-diethoxy-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-diene |
| Molecular formula | C₁₄H₂₆O₂ |
Safety & handling
Signal word: Warning
Hazard statements:
- H315 Causes skin irritation.
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements:
- P264 Wash hands and other contacted skin thoroughly after handling.
- P273 Avoid release to the environment.
- 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.
- P332+P313 If skin irritation 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.
Datasheets & customer documents
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Documentation Supply PolicyIFRA formulation guide
Generic reference only — not an IFRA certificate, compliance decision or use recommendation. The Responsible Person and qualified safety assessor must assess the actual finished formula using current applicable IFRA Standards, supplementary documentation where available and the CPSR.
Raw-material reference based on recorded CAS numbers. A CAS match identifies a reference entry; it does not verify the supplied grade, composition, purity or finished-product compliance. Naturals, bases and mixtures require composition review.
Source: 51st Amendment overview, held source checked 2026-10-21. Bundle 2026-10-27. Individual Standards prevail over the overview.
No direct IFRA overview entry matched the recorded CAS in this held dataset. This does not mean unrestricted use, absence of relevant Standards or compliance. Constituent restrictions may still apply.
IFRA source overview · Individual IFRA Standards and supplementary documentation
Supplier certificates and private documents are separate evidence. Their availability does not determine whether this generic guide is shown. This is a dated local reference, not a live regulatory feed.
Creative ideas to explore
Creative directions, not tested formulas.A leafy cologne
With geranium and herbal notesSketch a citrus opening with a green or herbal counterpoint. Compare the leafy version with the citrus alone, noting whether the added direction suggests peel, garden freshness or an herbal character that changes the brief.
Citrus and grain
With a transparent wood directionExplore a spare citrus-and-wood structure, keeping the wood choice simple. Follow both the opening and later impression to see whether the composition keeps a clear outline as the bright citrus character changes through the evaluation.
Petal brightness
With rose and airy floral notesUse a familiar floral accord as the setting for a brighter citrus variation. Compare the flower with and without the citrus material, then decide whether to emphasise a fresh opening or a more continuous floral impression.







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