Citral by Research Lab Fine Chem Industries is a high grade reagent. Also known as 3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadienal or lemonal, this is a pair, or a mixture of terpenoids. The reagent is available as a yellow liquid. It has a melting point less than -10 C, and a boiling point of 228 229 C. Citral is naturally found in the oils of several plants, including lemon myrtle. While it is stable under general conditions, this reagent is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. CAS No.: 5392-40-5 Quantity Provided: 100 gm per bottle Molecular formula: C10H16O Molecular weight: 152.23 Assay: Minimum 97 %Citral has a variety of applications in chemical and biological sectors. This reagent finds applications in the organic synthesis of various derivatives. Citral is an aroma compound used in perfumery for its citrus effect. It has strong antimicrobial qualities, and pheromonal effects in insects. Citral is furthermore used as a flavour and for fortifying lemon oil. it is additionally utilized in the synthesis of vitamin A, ionone, and methylionone, to mask the smell of smoke. This reagent is suitable for industrial synthesis of products and research applications.