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Alpha-Cyclocitral is a naturally occurring terpenoid aldehyde known for its fresh, citrusy green note. It is found in the essential oils of plants such as lemongrass and eucalyptus, and plays a key role in fine fragrance, aroma development, and flavor masking systems. It also serves as a fragrance intermediate and odor enhancer in green and herbal accords.
Alpha-Cyclocitral is a naturally occurring terpenoid aldehyde known for its fresh, citrusy green note. It is found in the essential oils of plants such as lemongrass and eucalyptus, and plays a key role in fine fragrance, aroma development, and flavor masking systems. It also serves as a fragrance intermediate and odor enhancer in green and herbal accords.
Chemical Properties & Specifications
Skin Irritant: Category 2 Eye Irritant: Category 2A Sensitizer: Not classified
H315: Causes skin irritation H319: Causes serious eye irritation
P280: Wear gloves/eye protection P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water
*Used in perfumes, body sprays, and soaps to impart fresh green notes Enhances citrus, herbal, and leafy compositions
*Used in trace levels for masking bitterness and modifying natural fruit flavorings
*Precursor for biogenetic studies of carotenoid degradation *Intermediate in synthesis of other aldehydes in aroma creation
Versatile top note enhancer with green citrus character. Stabilizes volatile blends and boosts natural freshness. Used in high-end fragrances and fine perfumery for its dynamic lift.
15–30°C in dark, dry conditions
24 months in original sealed container
Max 2 cartons or drums high
Amber glass/aluminum bottles; HDPE drums for bulk
Non-hazardous under normal shipping conditions
It is used in perfumery to add a citrus-green freshness to top notes and in flavor masking at trace levels.
Yes, it is terpenoid-based and found in essential oils; suitable for natural or green-clean branding.
Typically used at 0.01–0.5% depending on the desired intensity and pairing.
Yes, compatible with citrus, ginger, and eucalyptus oils; best stored away from light to avoid oxidation.
Yes, available in 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg with full COA, MSDS, and natural declaration if required.
Multi-purpose aroma chemical reactors with distillation, gas scrubbing, and in-line GC controls.
