Hydroxy citronellal, 95%

Name: Hydroxy citronellal, 95%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019216

About Hydroxy citronellal, 95%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Hydroxy citronellal (Synthesis grade), an aroma chemical registered under CAS number 107-75-5, specified at ≥95% purity. The compound has the formula C10H20O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 172.26 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 7-hydroxy-3,7-dimethyloctanal. Alternative names: Hydroxycitronellal and 7-Hydroxycitronellal.

The material typically appears as a colourless liquid. Literature values give a density of 0.923 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for flavour formulation, fragrance compounding, aroma research and cosmetics and personal care. Typical end-use sectors are food and beverage processing and cosmetics and personal care.

Available in 500 g, 1 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, Hydroxy citronellal is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research
Cosmetics & personal care

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Hydroxy citronellal, 95%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019216
CAS Number	107-75-5
IUPAC name	7-hydroxy-3,7-dimethyloctanal
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₂₀O₂
Molecular weight	172.26 g/mol
Exact mass	172.1463
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	≥95%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	WPFVBOQKRVRMJB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(CCCC(C)(C)O)CC=O
PubChem CID	7888

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Density	0.923 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	Hydroxycitronellal, 7-Hydroxycitronellal, 3,7-Dimethyl-7-hydroxyoctanal, Citronellal hydrate, Laurine, Fixol, Lilyl aldehyde, Muguettine principle, Octanal, 7-hydroxy-3,7-dimethyl-, Musuettine principle, Oxydihydrocitronellal, 3,7-dimethyl-7-hydroxyoctan-1-al

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264 + P265, P272, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Hydroxy citronellal, 95%?

The CAS Registry Number of Hydroxy citronellal, 95% is 107-75-5. It is also known as Hydroxycitronellal, 7-Hydroxycitronellal, 3,7-Dimethyl-7-hydroxyoctanal.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Hydroxy citronellal, 95%?

Hydroxy citronellal, 95% has the molecular formula C10H20O2 and a molecular weight of 172.26 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 7-hydroxy-3,7-dimethyloctanal.

Which grade and pack sizes of Hydroxy citronellal, 95% can I order?

We supply Hydroxy citronellal, 95% in Synthesis (≥95%) grade, in 500 g, 1 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Hydroxy citronellal, 95%?

Yes. Every lot of Hydroxy citronellal, 95% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Hydroxy citronellal, 95% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Hydroxy citronellal, 95% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.