Citronellal
From Wikur Essential Oils and Fragrances
Contents
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 %
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.