Neral

Also known as: Citral B, cis-Citral, Geranial (trans-citral), Geranial, Lemarome

IFRA Restriction

This is the maximum allowed percentage of this material in the total finished product, not in the fragrance concentrate.

For example, if a fine fragrance (Category 4A) contains 20% fragrance oil, and IFRA allows 10% of this material, the material can be up to 50% of the fragrance concentrate (10% ÷ 20% = 50%).

EU Allergen

This ingredient is classified as an EU allergen under the Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.

Labeling thresholds:

  • 0.001% in leave-on products
  • 0.01% in rinse-off products
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CAS 106-26-3

Molecular Information
Molecular Formula C10H16O
Molecular Weight 152.23 g/mol
Boiling Point 228.00 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg
LogP 3.17
InChIKey WTEVQBCEXWBHNA-YFHOEESVSA-N
Sources: PubChem

Safety Information
Warning

GHS Classification

Skin corrosion/irritationSensitization, SkinSerious eye damage/eye irritation

Hazard Statements

  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation
Sources: PubChem