| Formula / Notation | C10H16O |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 5392-40-5 |
| Molecular Weight | 152.23 |
| Melting Point | Melting point <-10 °C. |
| Boiling Point | 444 °F at 760 mmHg (Decomposes) (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.891 to 0.897 at 59 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Solubility | 0.1 to 1 mg/mL at 64 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Citral appears as a clear yellow colored liquid with a lemon-like odor. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Toxic by ingestion. Used to make other chemicals. |
| Also Known As | (2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dienal; 5392-40-5; geranialdehyde; Lemsyn GB; 3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienal; 2,6-Octadienal, 3,7-dimethyl-; FEMA Number 2303; NCI-C56348; FEMA No. 2303; 3,7-Dimethyl-trans-2,6-octadienal |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Citral?
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. It is a polyprenal, a monoterpenoid and an enal.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: (2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dienal
Other Names / Synonyms: (2E)-3,7-dimethylocta-2,6-dienal; 5392-40-5; geranialdehyde; Lemsyn GB; 3,7-Dimethyl-2,6-octadienal; 2,6-Octadienal, 3,7-dimethyl-; FEMA Number 2303; NCI-C56348; FEMA No. 2303; 3,7-Dimethyl-trans-2,6-octadienal
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | Melting point <-10 °C. |
| Boiling Point | 444 °F at 760 mmHg (Decomposes) (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 0.891 to 0.897 at 59 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Molecular Weight | 152.23 |
| Solubility | 0.1 to 1 mg/mL at 64 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Citral appears as a clear yellow colored liquid with a lemon-like odor. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Toxic by ingestion. Used to make other chemicals. |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
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. It is a polyprenal, a monoterpenoid and an enal.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Citral is: C10H16O