Description

Ethyl Citronellate is a versatile ester widely used as a key fragrance and flavor intermediate. It matters for its ability to impart fresh, sweet, rosy, and citrus-like notes, making it a valuable building block in complex aroma compositions. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and fine chemical industries seeking to create sophisticated and natural-smelling products.

Application

• Fragrance Industry: A primary component in the synthesis of high-value aroma chemicals like hydroxycitronellal, used in fine perfumery for floral and citrus accords.
• Flavor Formulations: Employed as a flavoring agent to impart sweet, fruity, and citrus nuances in food and beverage products.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated into soaps, detergents, lotions, and cosmetics to provide a fresh and pleasant scent profile.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial intermediate in organic synthesis for producing more complex esters and specialty chemicals.
• Household & Industrial Products: Used in air fresheners, cleaning agents, and other household products for its stable and appealing fragrance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl Citronellate
CAS No.	26728-44-9
Molecular Formula	C12H22O2
Molecular Weight	198.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3,7-Dimethyl-6-octenoate; Ethyl 3,7-Dimethyloct-6-enoate; Citronellic Acid Ethyl Ester; 6-Octenoic acid, 3,7-dimethyl-, ethyl ester; Ethyl dl-citronellate; FEMA 2462
EINECS	247-952-9

Quality Control

Our Ethyl Citronellate is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and specific gravity. Our quality commitment aligns with industry standards for fragrance and flavor ingredients, including relevant FEMA and IFRA guidelines.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air and light should be avoided to maintain stability and shelf life.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.870 - 0.890
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g

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