Description

Citronellyl-3-Methylbut-2-Enoate is a high-purity ester compound valued for its pleasant, fruity-floral odor profile. This specialty chemical is a key ingredient for creating sophisticated and natural-smelling fragrance accords. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, cosmetics, and personal care industries for use in fine perfumes, lotions, and scented consumer products.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: A versatile building block in fine perfumery for top to middle notes, imparting rosy, fruity, and green nuances.
• Personal Care Products: Used as a fragrance component in soaps, shower gels, lotions, creams, and deodorants.
• Cosmetic Fragrances: Incorporated into lipsticks, powders, and other color cosmetics to provide a pleasant scent.
• Household Products: Adds a fresh, floral character to air fresheners, detergents, and fabric softeners.
• Flavor Enhancers: Employed in trace amounts to create complex fruity flavor profiles in certain food and beverage applications.
• Aromatherapy & Candles: Serves as a component in essential oil blends and scented candle formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Citronellyl-3-Methylbut-2-Enoate
CAS No.	20770-40-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₆O₂
Molecular Weight	238.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Citronellyl Tiglate; 3,7-Dimethyl-6-octen-1-yl 2-methyl-2-butenoate; Tiglic Acid Citronellyl Ester; 3,7-Dimethyloct-6-enyl 2-methylbut-2-enoate; Citronellyl 2-Methylcrotonate; (E)-3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dienyl 2-methylbut-2-enoate; 2-Butenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 3,7-dimethyl-6-octen-1-yl ester
EINECS	244-025-6

Quality Control

Our Citronellyl-3-Methylbut-2-Enoate is produced and tested to meet the stringent requirements of the fragrance and flavor industry. Quality is assured through rigorous in-process and final batch testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and odor profile evaluation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications for each lot are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic, floral-fruity
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.455 - 1.465
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.890 - 0.910

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.