(-)-Citronellal
Also known as: (S)-(-)-Citronellal, (3S)-3,7-dimethyloct-6-enal, L-Citronellal, (-)-β-Citronellal, 6-Octenal, 3,7-dimethyl-, (3S)-, MFCD00075588
(-)-Citronellal (CAS 5949-05-3) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H18O and a molecular weight of 154.249 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 208.4±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 75.6±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 5949-05-3
- Jingsj CID
- J-47018-8
- Molecular Formula
- C10H18O
- Molecular Weight
- 154.249 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 208.4±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
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| Density | 0.8±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 75.6±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 154.135757 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | 3.48 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.2±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.437 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Altshuler O, et al. Enantioselective effects of (+)- and (-)-citronellal on animal and plant microtubules. J Nat Prod. 2013 Sep 27;76(9):1598-604. [2]. Bruce L. Jensen, et al. Cyclization of the Monoterpene Citronellal to Isopulegol: A Biomimetic Natural Product Synthesis. J. Chem. Educ.200077111474. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of (-)-Citronellal?
The CAS number of (-)-Citronellal is 5949-05-3.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (-)-Citronellal?
(-)-Citronellal has molecular formula C10H18O and molecular weight 154.249 g/mol.
Is (-)-Citronellal hazardous?
(-)-Citronellal has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (-)-Citronellal?
For (-)-Citronellal, Upstream Products: (-)-beta-Citronellol, Citral, (E)-citral; Downstream Products: (S)-(-)-Citronellic acid, (-)-beta-Citronellol, (+)-Isopulegol.
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