Citronellal, 96%

Name: Citronellal, 96%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019166

About Citronellal, 96%

Listed under CAS 5949-05-3, Citronellal is an aroma chemical available from Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 96% purity. Formula C10H18O, molecular weight 154.25 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (3S)-3,7-dimethyloct-6-enal. Alternative names: (-)-Citronellal and (3S)-3,7-Dimethyl-6-octenal.

The material typically appears as a colourless to very faint yellow to very faint green-yellow liquid. Reported physical data include a density of 0.851 g/mL at 25 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. 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 and aroma research. Our customers for this product work in food and beverage processing and cosmetics and personal care.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Citronellal in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg and 170 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Citronellal, 96%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019166
CAS Number	5949-05-3
IUPAC name	(3S)-3,7-dimethyloct-6-enal
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₈O
Molecular weight	154.25 g/mol
Exact mass	154.1358
Purity / assay	96%
HSN code	29121990
InChIKey	NEHNMFOYXAPHSD-JTQLQIEISA-N
SMILES	C[C@@H](CCC=C(C)C)CC=O
PubChem CID	443157

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to very faint yellow to very faint green-yellow liquid
Density	0.851 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.1 Å²
Synonyms	(-)-Citronellal, (3S)-3,7-Dimethyl-6-octenal, (S)-(-)-Citronellal, (S)-3,7-Dimethyloct-6-enal, (S)-citronellal, (S)-3,7-Dimethyl-6-octenal, (3S)-(-)-Citronellal, 6-Octenal, 3,7-dimethyl-, (3S)-, 6-Octenal, 3,7-dimethyl-, (S)-, (-) citronellal, (S)-(-)-3,7-Dimethyl-6-octenal, (S)-(-)-itronellal

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P272, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P403 + P233, P405, 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 Citronellal, 96%?

The CAS Registry Number of Citronellal, 96% is 5949-05-3. It is also known as (-)-Citronellal, (3S)-3,7-Dimethyl-6-octenal, (S)-(-)-Citronellal.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Citronellal, 96%?

Citronellal, 96% has the molecular formula C10H18O and a molecular weight of 154.25 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (3S)-3,7-dimethyloct-6-enal.

Which grade and pack sizes of Citronellal, 96% can I order?

We supply Citronellal, 96% in (96%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg, 170 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Citronellal, 96%?

Yes. Every lot of Citronellal, 96% 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 Citronellal, 96% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Citronellal, 96% 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.