Citral Pure – Aromatic Chemical

Citral Pure is a high-impact aromatic chemical widely used in perfumery, flavour, and fragrance manufacturing. It is known for its strong, fresh lemon-citrus aroma with sharp, vibrant brightness. Citral is a key component in creating lemon, citrus, fresh, and herbal accords, and is valued for its powerful top-note impact.

Colour & Appearance

• Colour: Clear to pale yellow

• Appearance: Transparent liquid

• Odour Strength: Very strong

• Clarity: Clear, free-flowing liquid

Odour Profile

• Intense lemon-citrus

• Sharp, fresh and zesty

• Slightly green and aldehydic

• Bright and uplifting

Citral gives an instant lemon peel freshness and is much stronger and sharper than natural lemon oil.

Uses

Citral Pure is commonly used in:

• Fine perfumery

• Citrus, fresh & aromatic perfumes

• Lemon, lemongrass & herbal accords

• Soaps, shampoos & personal care products

• Air fresheners & home care fragrances

• Incense and aromatic blends

It is mainly used as a top-note material.

Benefits

✔ Provides very strong citrus freshness
✔ Excellent opening impact and lift
✔ Highly effective at low dosage
✔ Enhances lemon & citrus accords
✔ Adds brightness to fresh and herbal blends
✔ Widely used and industry-standard material

Why Perfumers Use Citral

• Essential for lemon and citrus reconstructions

• Gives a clean, sharp, modern freshness

• Helps fresh fragrances project strongly

• Used in both fine fragrance and functional perfumery

• Cost-effective alternative to heavy citrus oils

Blending Compatibility

Citral blends well with:

• Lemon, lime & citrus oils

• Lemongrass, verbena & herbal notes

• Aldehydes

• Lavender and aromatic materials

• Musk and light woody notes

Recommended Usage Level

• Used in very low concentrations

• Overuse can cause harshness

• Always test in small trial batches

Storage Instructions

• Store in a cool, dry place

• Keep container tightly closed

• Protect from direct sunlight and heat

Safety Note

• For fragrance manufacturing use only

• Not for direct skin application in raw form

• Handle with care due to high aroma strength