Hydroxycitronellal
Available with historical source reference
generic material identity
Historical technical reference: check current commercial product grade, present specification, and regulatory status separately.
Short profile
delicate, sweet, refreshing floral; mild lily-of-the-valley character
Effect in a formula
The referenced supplier product is described as green, melon-like, floral and sweet.
From the source: Historically a central muguet material, also used in peony, lily, sweet pea, narcissus and linden-blossom types. The source notes that diffusion increases when blended with lower-boiling modifiers.
Use and dosage
No data available.
No confirmed manufacturer use level for this exact product.
Behaviour and performance
No data available.
Reported as stated by the source. Diffusion, tenacity and note impact are not combined into a single performance score.
Good areas of use
Classic muguet/floral structures
useful with more volatile modifiers to increase bloom.
Chemical context
CAS107-75-5
FormulaC10H20O2
Molecular weight172.26 g/mol
No vapour pressure with an explicitly reported temperature.
Source: Arctander, Perfume and Flavor Chemicals (1969)