Description

Hydroxy Citronellal Diethyl Acetal is a high-value fragrance intermediate and specialty chemical. This compound is prized for its fresh, floral, and lily-of-the-valley-like aroma, making it a key building block in sophisticated perfume compositions. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and fine chemical industries for creating long-lasting and stable scent profiles.

Application

• Fragrance Industry: A primary component in fine perfumery for floral, green, and muguet (lily-of-the-valley) accords, providing excellent stability and tenacity.
• Flavoring Agent: Used in trace amounts to impart subtle floral and citrus notes in high-end food and beverage flavorings.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated into soaps, lotions, shampoos, and deodorants for its pleasant and persistent scent.
• Household Products: Utilized in air fresheners, fabric softeners, and cleaning agents to deliver a fresh, clean fragrance.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a protected aldehyde intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hydroxy Citronellal Diethyl Acetal
CAS No.	7779-94-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₈O₃
Molecular Weight	244.37 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Hydroxycitronellal Diethyl Acetal; 3,7-Dimethyl-7-hydroxyoctanal Diethyl Acetal; Citronellal Hydroxy Diethyl Acetal; 7-Hydroxy-3,7-dimethyloctanal Diethyl Acetal; Lilial Acetal (related); Muguet Acetal; Fragrance Aldehyde Acetal; (E/Z)-3,7-Dimethyl-7-hydroxyoctanal Diethyl Acetal
EINECS	231-945-1

Quality Control

Our Hydroxy Citronellal Diethyl Acetal is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity suitable for fragrance and flavor applications. We adhere to relevant industry guidelines including IFRA and FEMA standards where applicable. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, odor, and physical constants is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic floral, lily-of-the-valley
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.445
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.925 - 0.935
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.