Citral
CAS: 5392-40-5
Category: Terpenoids
| Purity | Reagent Grade ≥98%, High-Purity Grade ≥99%, Cosmetic/Flavor Grade ≥95% |
| Molecular Formula | C10H16O |
| Molecular Weight | 152.23 |
| Appearance | colorless to pale yellow clear liquid |
| Packaging | 25 kg/metal drum, 1 kg/aluminum bottle. |
| Testing Indicators | Appearance — Visual inspection; Identification — IR, GC-MS; Purity — GC; Citral isomers (neral/geranial) — GC; Heavy metals — ICP-MS; Residual solvents — HS-GC; Microbial limits — Filtration; Acid value — Titration; Aldehyde content — Hydroxylamine method. |
| Storage Notes | Stored in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C in a tightly closed, light-resistant container under nitrogen, away from heat and strong oxidizing agents. |
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Used as a monoterpenoid aldehyde intermediate in the synthesis of vitamin A precursors, fragrances, and antimicrobial agents in pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications.