Citronellal

Classification

• Other Names : 3,7-dimethyloct-6-enal
• CAS : 106-23-0
• Category: Aldehyde

Physical Description

Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid

Olfactory Description

sweet dry floral herbal waxy aldehydic citrus green lemon

Essential Oil Sources

• Eucalyptus citriodora : 80,10 %
• Citronella : 1,02 - 34,79 %
• Melissa : 11,31 - 13,32 %
• Litsea cubeba : 0,17 %
• Lemongrass : 0,12 %
• Black pepper : 0,10 %
• Ceylon Cinnamon Leaf : 0,07 %
• Grapefruit : 0,04 - 0,06 %
• Bitter Orange : 0,01 - 0,06 %

Special Precautions and Safety

Xn N - Harmful, Dangerous for the environment.

• R43 - May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
• R63 - Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
• S02 - Keep out of the reach of children.
• S23 - Do not breath vapour.
• S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
• S36/37/39 - Wear suitable clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
• S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell seek medical advice immediately.