Name: Hydroxycitronellal
Cas: 107-75-5
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
Directory Guidance on Hydroxycitronellal
Chemical Structure
Basic Info
Hydroxycitronellal, with the chemical formula C10H18O2, is a natural organic compound that belongs to a mixture of aldehydes and alcohols. Its molecular structure contains one aldehyde group (- CHO) and one hydroxyl group (- OH), and it is a derivative of citronellal, usually with a fresh and sweet aroma. Due to its unique chemical structure, hydroxycitral has many applications, especially in fragrance and cosmetics.
The molecular structure of hydroxy citral consists of a straight ten-carbon alkyl chain, an additional aldehyde group, and a hydroxyl group located on the ring. Its unsaturated structure endows it with certain reactivity and allows it to participate in various chemical reactions. As a compound containing aldehyde groups, hydroxy citral has certain reducibility and can react with other chemicals, especially in spice formulations, where its aroma effect is particularly prominent.
Product Introduction
| Melting point | 22-23 °C |
| Boiling point | 257 °C(lit.) |
| density | 0.923 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| vapor pressure | 0.547Pa at 20℃ |
| refractive index | n20/D 1.448(lit.) |
| FEMA | 2583 | HYDROXYCITRONELLAL |
| Fp | >230 °F |
| storage temp. | Inert atmosphere,Store in freezer, under -20°C |
| solubility | Benzene (Slightly), Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly) |
| form | Liquid |
| pka | 15.31±0.29(Predicted) |
| Specific Gravity | 0.93 |
| color | Clear colorless |
| Odor | at 100.00 %. floral lily sweet green waxy tropical melon |
| Odor Type | floral |
| Water Solubility | 35g/L at 20℃ |
| MF: | C10H20O2 |
| MW: | 172.26 |
| EINECS: | 203-518-7 |
| Item | Specification |
| Product Name | Hydroxycitronellal |
| CAS No. | 107-75-5 |
| Appearance | liquid |
| Shelf Life | 2 years |
| Packing | As your requirements |
Product Packaging
1. Flavors and Fragrances
Hydroxycitronellal is widely used in the flavor and fragrance industry, mainly due to its fresh, floral, citrus-like aroma characteristics, which can bring a natural and pleasant smell to the product.
Perfume: Hydroxycitronellal is often used as the core fragrance in perfumes, especially in fresh and floral perfumes, adding fresh citrus and floral scents.
Fragrances: Commonly used in home fragrances, air fresheners, scented candles, and other products as raw fragrance material to improve the smell layering of the product.
Personal care products: Shower gels, shampoos, skin care products, and other products can be fragranced ingredients that can enhance the user’s olfactory experience and make it more pleasant.
2. Cosmetics and Personal Care
Due to its natural and mild aroma characteristics, hydroxycitronellal is widely used in cosmetics and personal care products, especially to increase its fragrance and improve the user experience.
Moisturizing products: In creams, lotions and moisturizing sprays, hydroxycitronellal can be used as a fragrance ingredient to provide a fresh and pleasant aroma while having good skin affinity and improving the product’s texture.
Antibacterial skin care products: Hydroxy citronellal has a slight antibacterial effect; it is also used as an auxiliary ingredient in some antibacterial cleansers and skin creams to help improve skin cleansing effects.
Sunscreen products: In addition to its aroma effect, the antioxidant properties of hydroxy citronellal also help improve the product’s stability and extend its service life.
3. Anti-mosquito and insect repellent
Hydroxycitronellal has a natural mosquito-repellent effect. It is often used in various anti-mosquito and insect-repellent products as a natural plant-derived ingredient.
Mosquito repellent liquid and spray: Due to its effective mosquito repellent effect, hydroxycitronellal is one of the core ingredients of many natural mosquito repellent sprays, which can effectively repel mosquitoes and avoid mosquito bites.
Mosquito coils and mosquito repellent patches: In mosquito coils, mosquito repellent patches and other mosquito repellent products, hydroxycitronellal is often used as the main insect repellent ingredient.
Outdoor products: It is also used in outdoor mosquito repellent patches, camping supplies, etc., providing users with a harmless and effective insect repellent solution.
4. Food flavoring
Hydroxycitronellal is used as a flavoring additive in the food industry to enhance food flavor.
Candy and desserts: Hydroxycitronellal is often added to candies, jellies, chewing gum and other foods to increase the natural citrus flavor and enhance the taste and aroma of food.
Beverages: It can also be used as part of flavoring to enhance the taste and freshness of fruit or soft drinks.
Bakery: In baked products such as cakes and biscuits, it is used as a natural flavoring agent to give them a fresh, fruity taste.
5. Cleaning and home care
In cleaning and home care products, hydroxycitronellal gives products a fresh smell and has a certain antibacterial effect.
Cleaning agents: As a surfactant and fragrance, hydroxycitronellal is commonly found in daily cleaning products such as kitchen cleaners and bathroom cleaners, adding a fresh smell and improving the cleaning effect.
Air fresheners: In air fresheners and deodorants, hydroxycitronellal eliminates odors and provides a long-lasting, fresh aroma.
Home fragrance: In-home fragrance products, such as air fresheners and scented candles, hydroxycitronellal, create a warm and fresh home environment.
6. Antibacterial and antiseptic functions
Hydroxycitronellal also has certain antibacterial and antifungal properties and is often used as a preservative or antibacterial ingredient in different products.
Cosmetics and toiletries: Its antibacterial effect in products such as skin care products and shampoos can help extend the product’s shelf life and prevent the growth of microorganisms.
Disinfectant cleaning products: Due to its antibacterial effect, hydroxycitronellal is an active ingredient in cleaning products, especially in environments requiring antibacterial or antiseptic properties.
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Manufacturer of Hydroxycitronellal
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 Hydroxycitronellal 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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*Packaging can also be made according to customer requirements.
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After-Sales Service
*We will monitor the logistics information in real time and will share the information with you.
* You can consult us at any time if you have any questions about the product, and we will answer you in time.
*If you have any questions about the product, you can report it to us, we will deal with it in time for you, and the product can be returned.
DO YOU ACCEPT SAMPLE ORDER?
We will make samples before mass production. After the samples are approved by the department and users, we will start mass production. During the production process, we will carry out 100% inspection, and then carry out random inspection before packaging.
WHAT’S YOUR MOQ?
Our MOQ is 1kg. But usually we can also accept a smaller quantity, such as 100g, if you need it, provided that the sample fee is 100% paid.
IS THERE A DISCOUNT?
Different quantity has different discount.
HOW TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE PRODUCT QUALITY MEETS OUR NEEDS BEFORE PLACING AN ORDER?
You can consult us to get free samples of some products, you only need to pay the freight or arrange express delivery to us and get the samples. You can send us the product specifications and requirements you need, and we will manufacture products according to your requirements.
DO YOU SUPPLY PRODUCT REPORT?
Yes. We’ll give you product analysis report before shipping.
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