Citral
- CAS Number
- 5392-40-5
- HSN Code
- 29121990
- Molecular Formula
- C10H16O
- Catalogue Number
- AL1401
- Purity
- ≥ 97%
- Molecular Weight
- 152.23 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Geranial is a monoterpenoid that is (2E,6E)-octa-2,6-dienal substituted by methyl groups at positions 3 and 7. It has a role as a volatile oil component and a plant metabolite.
Also known as 3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienal.
- Catalogue No.
- AL1401
- CAS Number
- 5392-40-5
- Molecular Formula
- C10H16O
- Molecular Weight
- 152.23 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29121990
- Grade
- 97%
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: Melting point <-10 °C; Boiling point: 229 °C; Flash point: 82 °C c.c; Density: 0.891-0.897 at 15 °C.
- Appearance
- Mobile pale yellow liquid
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 100 ml plastic bottle, 500 ml plastic bottle
- Storage
- Cool. Ventilation along the floor. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Citral
- Catalogue No.
- AL1401
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 5392-40-5
- EC Number
- 226-394-6
- Grade
- 97%
- EC Index Number
- 601-029-00-7
- Chemical Formula
- C10H16O
- HSN Code
- 29121990
- Synonyms
- 3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienal
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Flavoring and fragrance ingredient
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Skin Irrit. 2; Skin Sens. 1; Eye Irrit. 2
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 638011 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Irritant
- Signal word
- Warning
- Hazard statements
- H315: Causes skin irritation; H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Known skin sensitizer; may cause allergic skin reactions.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Citral
- CAS No.
- 5392-40-5
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- May cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, and respiratory issues upon inhalation.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Combustible liquid; may produce toxic fumes in a fire.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and ventilate. Contain spill and absorb with inert material.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Remove all ignition sources. Personal protection: chemical protection suit and filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking liquid in covered containers.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use gloves and safety goggles. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Cool. Ventilation along the floor. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use in a well-ventilated area. If exposure limits are exceeded, use appropriate respiratory protection.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Pale yellow
- Odour
- Strong lemon odor
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- Melting point <-10 °C.
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 229 °C
- Flash point
- 82 °C c.c.
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 225 °C
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not applicable
- Vapour pressure
- Vapor pressure, Pa at 100 °C:
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Relative vapor density (air = 1): 5.3
- Density
- 0.891-0.897 at 15 °C
- Solubility
- Soluble in alcohol and oils; slightly soluble in water
- Log Pow
- 2.76
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not specified
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions; may react with strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on burning. This produces irritating fumes. The substance may polymerize due to heating.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Mouse oral 1440 mg/kg bw; LD50 Mouse oral 3297 mg/kg bw; LD50 Mouse male oral 2007 mg/kg bw (synthetic citral)
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IATA)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (ADN)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (RID)
- Not assigned
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Citral
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Citral
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Citral
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Citral
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Citral
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- Not classified as hazardous
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IMDG)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IATA)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (ADN)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (RID)
- Not applicable
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Citral is primarily used as a flavoring and fragrance ingredient in food, beverages, and cosmetic formulations. It is also utilized in the synthesis of other chemicals and as a natural insect repellent.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00498
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 152.23 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 97% | 98.5% |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
| Solubility | Soluble in organic solvents | Soluble in ethanol and oils |
The above product is expected to comply with 97% grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97% | ≥ 97% | m.p. Melting point <-10 °C.; b.p. 229 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | Soluble in organic solvents |
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