Citronella Oil

Catalog	ACM8000291
CAS	8000-29-1
Description	Citronella oil is obtained by the steam distillation of the freshly cut or partially dried grasses of Cymbopogon winterianus (Lemongrass). Citronella oil is often used as an insect repellent, but is also useful in soaps, perfumes, aromatherapy, cosmetics and candle making.
Synonyms	Cymbopogon winterianus
IUPAC Name	3,7-Dimethyloct-6-enal
Molecular Formula	CAS: 8000-29-1
Canonical SMILES	CC(CCC=C(C)C)CC=O
InChI	NEHNMFOYXAPHSD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI Key	InChI=1S/C10H18O/c1-9(2)5-4-6-10(3)7-8-11/h5,8,10H,4,6-7H2,1-3H3
Boiling Point	222 °C
Flash Point	195 °F
Purity	96%
Density	0.897 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Solubility	Oil-Soluble
Appearance	Pale yellow liquid, fresh lemon-like scent
Application	Insect repellent products, creams, lotions, ointments, bath oils, soaps, cleansers.
Storage	Store light-protected at a cool and dry place
Physical State	Liquid
Refractive Index	n20/D 1.471(lit.)
Storage Conditions	2-8 °C