Citronellal CAS 106-23-0 for sale
Citronellal CAS 106-23-0 for sale
Citronellal CAS 106-23-0 for sale

Citronellal CAS 106-23-0 Wholesale & Bulk

Introduction of Citronellal is a natural monoterpenoid aldehyde (C₁₀H₁₈O) found in citronella oileucalyptus, and lemongrass. It has a strong citrusy-lemon scent and is widely used in insect repellents, perfumes, and flavorings. As a key component of citronella oil, it effectively deters mosquitoes. It also serves as a precursor in synthesizing menthol and citronellol for fragrances. Citronellal exhibits mild antimicrobial properties and is used in soaps, cosmetics, and food additives. While generally safe, high concentrations may irritate skin. Its fresh, herbal aroma makes it valuable in aromatherapy and cleaning products.


Description of Citronellal from Wuhan Fortuna Chemical Co.,Ltd

Basic Information of Citronellal

Product   Name

Citronellal

CAS NO.

106-23-0

Apperance

Colorless transparent liquid

Assay

96.4%

Pacakge

1kg/Bottle,   25kg/carton/Drum

MOQ

1kg

Storage

Cool and   dry place

Shelf   Life

2 Years

Brand

Fortunachem

Specifications(COA) of  Citronellal CAS 106-23-0

ITEMS

SPECIFICATIONS

RESULTS

Appearance

Colorless transparent liquid

Qualified

Density

0.845-0.860

0.850

Refractive Index

1.446-1.456

1.447

KOH

≤3.0 mg/g

2.1 mg/g

Assay

≥86%

96.4%

Conclusion

Up to specification

Introduction of Citronellal is a natural monoterpenoid aldehyde (C₁₀H₁₈O) found in citronella oileucalyptus, and lemongrass. It has a strong citrusy-lemon scent and is widely used in insect repellents, perfumes, and flavorings. As a key component of citronella oil, it effectively deters mosquitoes. It also serves as a precursor in synthesizing menthol and citronellol for fragrances. Citronellal exhibits mild antimicrobial properties and is used in soaps, cosmetics, and food additives. While generally safe, high concentrations may irritate skin. Its fresh, herbal aroma makes it valuable in aromatherapy and cleaning products.

Application of Citronellal is a naturally occurring organic compound classified as a monoterpenoid aldehyde. It is a key component of the essential oils found in various plants, particularly those in the Cymbopogon (lemongrass) and Eucalyptus families.

Key Properties of Citronellal:

Chemical Formula: C₁₀H₁₈O

IUPAC Name: 3,7-Dimethyloct-6-en-1-al

Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid

Odor: Strong citrusy, lemon-like fragrance

Natural Sources:

Citronellal is found in high concentrations in:

Citronella oil (from Cymbopogon nardus and Cymbopogon winterianus)

Eucalyptus oil (especially Eucalyptus citriodora)

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis)

Other plants like lemon-scented tea tree and certain citrus species

Uses and Applications:

1.     Insect Repellent – Citronellal is a major component in citronella oil, which is widely used in mosquito repellents (candles, sprays, lotions).

2.     Fragrance & Perfumery – Used in soaps, detergents, and cosmetics for its fresh, citrusy scent.

3.     Flavoring Agent – Sometimes used in food and beverages for a lemony flavor.

4.     Antimicrobial & Antifungal Properties – Exhibits some effectiveness against bacteria and fungi.

5.     Chemical Intermediate – Used in the synthesis of other compounds like menthol and citronellol (used in perfumes).

Safety & Considerations:

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) in small amounts.

May cause skin irritation in some individuals at high concentrations.

Used in regulated amounts in food and cosmetic products.

 

FAQ From Wuhan Fortuna Chemical Co.,Ltd

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Can I get a sample for free ?

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For small QTY and low value product, we can provide sample   for free exclude shipping cost. For high value sample, we will charge the   basic sample cost, but we can refund all the cost if customers place order   after sample test.



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How to confirm the product quality before placing   orders ?

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Most of our products confirm to international   standards like USP/EP/BP/JP/CP. We will provide COA/TDS/MSDS for customers to   confirm the specification before placing order.



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What is the payment you accept?

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For small and low value order, we accept CreditCard,   MaterCard,VISA,Western Union and T/T.For large order, we can do T/T and L/C. Any   pay on delivery or pay-after are not available for us.



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What is your shipment way ?

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For less than 100kg gross weight order will ship   with courier like FedEx or UPS, we support customers to place courier orders   remotely by their account, we will package the goods well and wait for pick   up.For more than 100kg goods, we will transport by Air or Sea according to   customers' requirement.



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How long is your after-sales service?

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We accept customer’s quality complaint in three   month after customer received the goods. We provide tech.support for all-life   if customer place order from our company.



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How do you treat   quality complaint ?

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We support customer   to provide our products to any rightful third party testing organization to   test our products according to the COA specification, if the test result is   confirm with COA, we will take all the loss for customers.

Wuhan Fortuna Chemical Co.,Ltd established in 2006, is a big integrative chemical enterprise being engaged in Pharmaceutical and Intermediates, Food and Feed additives, Fine chemicals,Biochemical and Reagent, which is the members of Hubei E-commerce Chamber.

 

Our company has professional persons who major in chemical R&D and sicentific management, supply fine chemical products with high quality and close service, also supply custom-tailored products according to our clients' requirement.

 

We have a positive and self-motivated management work team with a common philosophy, caring and commitment through teamwork, our team strive to achieve success in delighting our clients and ourselves.

 

Since Wuhan Fortuna Chemical Co., Ltd founded, we continuously innovate our products and improve our service, sales network. Hence, we initiate the first sale mode on net in China, which is the retail trade of small package bring along wholesale of diversified management modes. Our products are exported widely to South Korea, Vietnam, Australia, Europe and South America, highly recommended by our clients.We insist on the management creed “Market is our compass, Quality is our life, Credit is our soul”. Clients’ trust is our forward power, their satisfaction is our struggling goal.

Wuhan Fortuna Chemical Co.,Ltd is a professional manufacturer which provide Citronellal with good quality and best price, welcome to contact us to get COA/TDS/MSDS of Citronellal.

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