Odorant used in allergy studies
Synonym: 7-Hydroxy-3,7-dimethyloctanal, Citronellal hydrate
CAS Number: 07-75-5
Linear Formula: C10H20O2
Molecular Weight: 172.26
EC Number: 203-518-7
MDL number: MFCD00014681
PubChem Substance ID: 24888064
Application
Suitable for
- contact sensitization studies to identify allergens present in cosmetic preparations
- elucidation of molecular pathways related to allergic reactions
- analytical standard
General description
7-Hydroxycitronellal is fragrant sensitizer added frequently to deodorants and perfumes. It is one of the allergens responsible for axillary dermatitis.
grade: for molecular biology
assay: =95.0% (GC)
form: powder
density: 0.92 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.)
storage temp.: room temp