Description

Citronellic Acid CAS NO 502-47-6 is a key monoterpenoid carboxylic acid, widely recognized for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and a natural fragrance component. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which allows for derivatization into esters, amides, and other high-value compounds for diverse industrial applications. This product is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance and flavor, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical sectors seeking a reliable, high-purity building block for synthesis.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: A crucial intermediate for synthesizing citronellol, hydroxycitronellal, and other valuable aroma chemicals used in perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a chiral building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals, leveraging its terpene backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of insect repellents, pheromones, and other bioactive compounds for crop protection products.
• Polymer & Resin Modifiers: Acts as a monomer or modifier in specialty polymer formulations to impart specific properties like hydrophobicity or fragrance.
• Laboratory & Research: Employed as a standard or starting material in organic chemistry research, catalysis studies, and natural product synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Citronellic Acid
CAS No.	502-47-6
Molecular Formula	C10H18O2
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3,7-Dimethyl-6-octenoic acid; (R/S)-Citronellic acid; dl-Citronellic acid; β-Citronellic acid; 6-Octenoic acid, 3,7-dimethyl-; Rhodinic acid
EINECS	207-939-3

Quality Control

Our Citronellic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profile analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and stability are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to maintain optimal purity and stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.455 - 1.465
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.920 - 0.935

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