Name: Citral
Cas: 5392-40-5
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
Chemical Structure

Basic Info
Citral (additionally known as geranial) is a light yellow oily volatile liquid with a lemony scent. It is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol, ether, propylene glycol, glycerin, and mineral oil. The family member density is 0.891 (25/25 ° C) and the boiling point is 228-229 ° C. It exists in crucial oils such as citrus oil, lemon oil, lemongrass oil, litsea cubeba oil, white lime oil, and verbena oil.
The chemical residential properties of citral are fairly energetic and it is very easy to go through redox reactions to produce geranic acid or geraniol/nerol. It can cyclize to develop p-isopropyltoluene under the activity of sulfuric acid. It is unstable in antacids and can be resinified under the action of strong alkali.
It is an anemic or slightly yellow liquid with a solid lemony scent. It is optically inactive. There are 2 isomers, cis and trans. When treated with sodium bisulfite, the cis is extremely soluble, while the trans is very soluble, so the two can be separated.
Product Introduction
| Melting point | <-10°C |
| Boiling point | 229 °C (lit.) |
| density | 0.888 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
| vapor density | 5 (vs air) |
| vapor pressure | 0.2 mm Hg ( 200 °C) |
| refractive index | n20/D 1.488(lit.) |
| FEMA | 2303 | CITRAL |
| Fp | 215 °F |
| storage temp. | 2-8°C |
| solubility | 0.42g/l |
| form | Liquid |
| color | colorless to light yellow |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. sweet lemon citral |
| Odor Type | citrus |
| biological source | synthetic |
| explosive limit | 4.3-9.9%(V) |
| Water Solubility | PRACTICALLY INSOLUBLE |
| MF: | C10H16O |
| MW: | 152.23 |
| EINECS: | 226-394-6 |
| Item | Specification |
| Product Name | Citral |
| CAS No. | 5392-40-5 |
| Appearance | liquid |
| Shelf Life | 2 years |
| Packing | As your requirements |
Product Packaging
Citral is widely used in fragrances, skin care products and daily chemical items because of its fresh lemon aroma and anti-bacterial buildings.
Tastes and scents:
It is an important fragrance active ingredient in fragrances, balms and body sprays, improving the toughness of lemon and citrus scents.
As a base material for fragrances, it is used to synthesize scent components such as limonene and linalool.
Skin treatment products:
It has anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects and is often utilized in acne removal, oil control and relaxing skin treatment items.
It is made use of for bleaching skin care and can be used as a formula active ingredient to advertise skin gloss.
Care products:
It is used in shampoo and conditioner to help eliminate scalp oil and improve the sensation of freshness.
It is used in toothpaste and mouth wash to supply a fresh lemon scent and has a specific anti-bacterial impact.
It is utilized as a natural scent in soaps, hand sanitizers and shower gels to bring a rejuvenating experience.
Household cleaning products:
Because of its natural purification and antibacterial residential or commercial properties, citral is widely made use of in detergents, washing cleaning agents, floor cleansers, and so on.
It can eliminate odors, so it is made use of in air fresheners, fragrant candle lights, deodorants, and so on
Citral is an essential seasoning agent and chemical in the food market and is commonly utilized in condiments, beverages, sweets, and so on.
Food flavoring:
It is used to make lemon-flavored foods, such as sweets, chewing periodontal, baked goods, jams, and so on.
It can be utilized to improve the taste and boost the flavor security of citrus juices and glass of wines.
Drink flavor:
It is utilized as a flavor agent for lemon tea, citrus beverages, carbonated beverages, and functional beverages.
It is used in liquors, such as lemon-flavored alcoholic drinks and red wines.
Food preservatives:
The anti-bacterial residential or commercial properties of citral make it valuable in healthy food preservation, such as cakes, breads, maintained fruits, etc, to prolong the shelf life.
Citral’s anti-bacterial, sedative and antioxidant homes make it commonly used in the pharmaceutical market.
Antibacterial medicine basic materials:
Researches have revealed that citral can prevent the growth of a selection of microorganisms and fungi, and is utilized in oral anti-bacterial mouth wash, skin antibacterial lotion and other items.
It can be made use of to prepare certain all-natural anti-biotics or anti-infective medications.
Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory medications:
Citral can feed on cost-free radicals and deal with oxidative anxiety, and is often used in the study of anti-aging medications.
It has anti-inflammatory results and can be made use of to treat skin inflammation and sensitive conditions.
Sedative and tranquilizing effects:
In aromatherapy, citral can eliminate anxiety and sleeplessness, and is frequently utilized in products such as sleep-aiding necessary oils and soothing sprays.
Researches have actually revealed that citral might have a regulatory impact on the nervous system and assistance alleviate stress and anxiety and anxiousness.
Citral’s bug spray and antibacterial buildings make it likewise utilized in farming and environmental protection.
Biopesticides and insect repellents: As an all-natural mosquito repellent active ingredient, it is widely made use of in insect repellent fluid, mosquito coils, bug spray sprays and various other items. It is utilized to control insects such as aphids, termites, termites, and so on, and minimize crop diseases and bugs.
Plant growth regulatory authorities: Studies have actually discovered that citral can affect plant hormonal agents, promote seed germination, and control plant growth. It is examined for agricultural renovation.
Environmental filtration: It is used in air cleansers to remove odors and germs in the air. It is frequently located in air freshener sprays, cars and truck fragrances and other products. As a natural disinfectant, it is made use of for sterilization and disinfection in hospitals, colleges and public places.
Citral is chemically
energetic and can be made use of as a crucial artificial intermediate for the production of different fine chemicals.
Scent synthesis: It is an important forerunner for the synthesis of scents such as ** Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool, and Citronellal **. These scents are utilized in premium perfumes, cosmetics and food flavoring.
Vitamin A synthesis:
Citral is the raw material for the synthesis of β-carotene and vitamin A, and is extensively used in the manufacturing of dietary items and medications.
Polymer materials:
In the plastics, finishes, and rubber sectors, it can be utilized to change polymers and boost aging resistance.
Used in the manufacture of resins, adhesives, special finishings and other products.
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Manufacturer of Citral
Zhishang Chemical is based in Shandong, serves the whole country, faces the world, and is determined to become an excellent supplier and service provider in the chemical industry.
As a top manufacturer of cosmetic raw materials, disinfectants, flavors and fragrances in China, we are committed to producing high-quality products and have won high praise from customers all over the world.
In the next 10 years or even longer, Zhishang will always adhere to the tenet of quality first and reputation first, and devote itself to providing customers with thoughtful and perfect services.
As a professional Citral manufacturer, Zhi shang Chemical has served more than 6,000 customers around the world. Because of our high-quality products and professional services, we have won high praise from most of our customers.
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