Safranal (Dehydro-beta-cyclocitral)

Safranal (Dehydro-beta-cyclocitral)

CAS Number
116-26-7
Molecular Formula
C10H14O
Purity
90.80%
Aldehyde Derived from CarotenoidsMarker-saffron quality grading (EBC)(0.01–0.2%)- olfactory impactHigh-end fragrance appealIFRA, GRAS, REACH CompliantISO 9235 (Natural) Grade

About Safranal (Dehydro-beta-cyclocitral)

Safranal (CAS 116-26-7) is increasingly utilized by North American pharmaceutical and fragrance houses as a critical building block within the API intermediates market, valued for its unique monoterpene aldehyde structure that supports custom synthesis services for novel neuroprotective and antidepressant pharmaceutica...

Synonyms

  • Safranal;
  • AC1Q2EVK
  • SGAWOGXMMPSZPB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
  • 3-Bromofuran-2(5H)-one
  • AC1L1UF0

Safranal (Dehydro-beta-cyclocitral) Specifications

CAS Number
116-26-7
Molecular Formula
C10H14O
IUPAC NameORBotanical Name
2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexa-1,3-diene-1-carbaldehyde
Canonical SMILES
CC1=C(C(CC=C1)(C)C)C=O
InChI Key
SGAWOGXMMPSZPB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
1S/C10H14O/c1-8-5-4-6-10(2,3)9(8)7-11/h4-5,7H,6H2,1-3H3
EINECS Number
204-133-7
FEMA Number
3389
MDL Number
MFCD00003381
UNSPSC Code
12142200
NACRES
NA.23
HSN No
29122990
Appearance
Pale yellow to yellow colored liquid
Odor Evaluation
Fresh, Herbal, Phenolic, Metallic, Rosemary
Specific Gravity(25°C)
0.966
Safranal (Dehydro-beta-cyclocitral) Purity By GLC
90.80%
Solubility
Insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol, oils, DPG
Molecular Weight
150.22 g/mol
Melting Point
<25 °C
Boiling Point
265ºC at 760mmHg
GHS Classification
Skin Irritant: Category 2 Eye Irritant: Category 2A Aquatic Toxicity: Not classified
Hazard Statements
H315: Causes skin irritation H319: Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary Statements
P280: Wear protective gloves and eye protection P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water
Precautionary Statement Codes
P210, P261, P264, P270, P272, P273, P280, P301+P312, P302+P352, P305+P351+P338, P321, P330, P333+P313, P337+P313, P362+P364, P391, P403+235, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
Flammable Liquid 4, Acute Tox. 4 (Oral), Skin Irrit. 2, Eye Irrit. 2A, Skin Sens. 1A, Aquatic Acute 2, and Aquatic Chronic 2

Fragrance Industry

Used in fine perfumery and incense blends to recreate the aroma of saffron Provides warmth, spice, and complexity to floral and oriental accords

Flavor Use

Applied in ultra-trace concentrations in flavoring saffron analogs, liqueurs, and bakery flavor masks

Pharmaceutical/Ayurvedic Aroma

Investigated for sedative, antioxidant, and mood-balancing effects in natural medicine aromatherapy

Application Benefits

Provides a signature saffron-like profile, high-impact aldehydic warmth, and natural origin aroma mimicry. Adds exotic top-to-heart note transitions and complexity in luxury aroma builds

High compatibility

Compatible with rose, tonka, cinnamon, honey, aldehydes, and musks

Flavor and Fragrance Industry

A flavoring and fragrance agent due to its pleasant saffron aroma

Pharmaceuticals

A potential component in drug formulation owing to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective activities

Research

A chemical intermediate in organic synthesis and biochemical research studies

Cosmetic Industry

An aroma ingredient applied in cosmetics and personal care products

Storage Temp

15–25°C in dark, dry conditions

Packaging

Amber glass bottles, aluminum containers, or HDPE in inert gas (bulk)

Stacking

1–2 drums max, cool dry warehouse

Shelf Life

24 months

Transport Classification

Non-hazardous under standard shipping regulations

  1. Safranal;
  2. AC1Q2EVK
  3. SGAWOGXMMPSZPB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
  4. 3-Bromofuran-2(5H)-one
  5. AC1L1UF0

Safranal (Dehydro-beta-cyclocitral) FAQs

Minimum Order Quantity

25 kg (evaluation) · 1 MT (commercial)

Lead Time

3 – 5 weeks estimated

Delivery Terms

FOB*

Packaging

20 L pails, 200 L HDPE drums, 1000 L IBC

US Availability

US Facility Inventory

Documentation

US SDS · COA · TDS · Specification sheet

US Regulatory & Quality Information

TSCA status*

US SDS / HazCom*

GHS classification*

ISO 9001:2015 site*

DOT shipping classification*

FDA status*

EPA status*

California Prop 65*

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