Aroma Molecule
Citral
CAS 5392-40-5 · C10H16O · 152.24 g/mol
CitrusTop noteHigh strength
Scent Profile
Strong, fresh lemon note with a sweet, zesty citrus character (neral and geranial).
Technical Specifications
| CAS No. | 5392-40-5 |
|---|---|
| Synonyms / Trade Names | Neral and geranial, Lemonal |
| Molecular Formula | C10H16O |
| Molecular Weight | 152.24 g/mol |
| Scent Family | Citrus |
| Note Position | Top |
| Odour Strength | High |
| Typical Tenacity | Short: evaporates within hours on a blotter |
| Appearance | Pale yellow liquid |
| Solubility | Soluble in ethanol and most fragrance materials |
| Typical Applications | Fine fragrance, personal care, candles and air care |
| Grade | Perfumer grade aroma chemical |
| Documentation | COA and MSDS provided for bulk purchases above 1kg only; not available for sample purchases. IFRA and allergen information on request |
| Regulatory Note | Declarable fragrance allergen in the EU above labelling thresholds. |
Typical values for reference. Lot specific data is provided on the certificate of analysis for bulk purchases above 1kg.