Description / Application
Citronellal is a monoterpenoid, the main component of citronella oil which gives it its distinctive lemon aroma. It has a role as a metabolite and an antifungal agent. It is an aldehyde and a monoterpenoid.
Identities
| Alternative Name | (±)-3,7-Dimethyl-6-octenal |
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| Molecular Formula | C10H18O |
| Molecular Weight | 154.25 |
| MFCD | MFCD00038090 |
Transport
| DOT UN Number | NA1993 |
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| Hazard Class | Comb liq |
| Packing Group | III |
Safety
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| Signal Word | Warning |
| Hazard Statements | H315;H319;H335 |
| Precautionary Statements | P261;P264;P271;P280;P302+P352;P304+P340;P305+P351+P338;P312;P321;P332+P313;P337+P313;P362;P403+P233;P405;P501 |