Citronellol features a fresh sweet rose fragrance, applied in daily chemical perfumes and food flavorings. HiSiaddi provides original factory supplies from various Chinese manufacturers and the exclusive 1+2+3+4=1 service package.
NHU: High purity 99.5% (Synthetic), Natural Grade 99%, Pharmaceutical Grade 99.8%, High Optical Rotation type; Optical rotation: +5° ~ -5°, Acid value: < 0.1mgKOH/g. It is a core supplier to BASF and Givaudan.Priced 30% lower than BASF (Germany), ideal for high-end perfume and skincare brands.
Chunlan: Natural 99% (Extracted from citronella), Daily Chemical Grade 98.5%, Microcapsule Slow-release type; pure natural aroma without synthetic off-odor, FEMA GRAS certified.Its natural grade is 28% cheaper than international peer products, perfectly matching natural beauty and organic food applications.
HiSiaddi Exclusive Services: Customized fragrance formulation (rose / floral / green note). Formulation optimization and consultation for rose perfume blending, daily chemical washing & care flavoring, and sweetening solutions for food flavorings.Professional testing: optical rotation, refractive index, acid value, heavy metals and aroma evaluation.
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| CAS No: | 106-22-9 | Brand Name： | Multi-brand |
| MF: | C10H20O | Model Number： | Multi-models |
| EINECS No: | 203-375-0 | Grade: | N/A |
| Purity： | 99% | Place of Origin： | Shanghai, China |
| MOQ： | 1ton | Storage: | Please refer to the product packaging or contact the customer service. |
When purchasing Citronellol as a buyer, you may encounter the following questions:
What are the core indicator advantages of mainstream models of well-known Citronellol brands and their impacts on end-use applications?
What competitive services can Citronellol suppliers provide?
What are the qualification certifications and market feedback of target Citronellol brands?
How about the inventory volume and supply stability of Citronellol suppliers?
What factors should be taken into consideration when selecting Citronellol?
...and many other relevant questions.
Main export models: HB-CIT-990 (high-purity perfume & pharmaceutical grade, equivalent to BASF Citronellol), HB-CIT-980 (general daily chemical grade), HB-CIT-MED (special high-purity grade for pharmaceutical insect repellent use)
Core competitive indicators (vs BASF & Givaudan)
Total alcohol content ≥99.2%, citronellol proportion ≥94%, geraniol strictly controlled within 4%. It delivers fresh and mild rose fragrance, pure and transparent citrus notes without herbal green off-notes or pungent earthy odor, with aroma highly close to natural citronella essential oil.
Acid value ≤0.08mgKOH/g, moisture content ≤0.05%, lead heavy metal ≤0.2ppm, arsenic ≤0.1ppm, fully complying with the strictest safety standards of USP/EP pharmaceutical grade and European & American food grade.
Enhanced anti-oxidation modification ensures stable aroma without oxidative rancidity within 12 months of normal temperature storage; thermal stability up to 250℃ without decomposition, suitable for high-temperature perfume blending, high-temperature emulsification of daily care products and pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis.
Outstanding bacteriostatic and insect-repellent activity with ultra-low impurities, ideal for natural mosquito repellents, pet insect repellent products and external antipruritic & soothing preparations.
Cost performance: 34%-41% lower than BASF (Germany) and 31%-38% lower than Givaudan (Switzerland), leading cost-effective choice for high-end perfume and pharmaceutical insect repellent fields, capable of 1:1 full replacement of core raw materials from international top brands.
Target B-end buyers: European and American luxury perfume groups, top international flavor & fragrance companies, high-end North American daily care groups, global natural insect repellent raw material suppliers, Australian organic daily chemical importers, Middle East light luxury fragrance raw material dealers.
Benefits for downstream buyers: Direct replacement of BASF Citronellol with no need for formula adjustment or process re-verification; stable citronellol-geraniol ratio guarantees consistent aroma and insect repellent effect of finished products in different batches; complete sets of pharmaceutical and food compliance certificates ensure zero customs clearance risks in Europe and America; differentiated advantages of dedicated insect-repellent grades help clients seize the blue ocean market of global green insect repellent products.
Benefits for overseas end consumers: High-end perfumes present elegant fresh rose scent with long-lasting fragrance; daily care products deliver mild and comforting floral aroma; natural mosquito repellent goods are safe and gentle; external antipruritic preparations feature mild and non-irritating odor.
Main export models: XH-CIT-A1 (general daily chemical grade), XH-CIT-A2 (refined high-purity grade), XH-CIT-VIT (low-impurity grade dedicated for vitamin synthesis)
Core competitive indicators (large-scale production, cost control & intermediate adaptability)
Stable total alcohol content ranging from 98.5% to 99.0%, citronellol proportion 92%-93%, balanced and mild aroma suitable for mass-market daily chemicals, food additives and general fragrance blending.
Annual production capacity reaches 12,800 tons ranking first globally, supporting rapid delivery of thousand-ton bulk orders with priority production arrangement.
Self-sufficient raw materials supported by complete citral-geraniol industrial chain lead to minimal cost fluctuation and strong resistance against international flavor price hikes.
Ultra-low impurity content of vitamin intermediate grade greatly improves downstream synthesis conversion rate and reduces by-product generation.
Excellent resistance to high temperature and humidity enables long-term storage without oxidation and deterioration in tropical regions of Southeast Asia and Africa.
Cost performance: 45%-53% cheaper than international brands, the most cost-effective option for mid-range daily chemicals, food additives and industrial intermediates with huge bargaining space for bulk procurement.
Target B-end buyers: Large-scale Southeast Asian daily care groups, African daily chemical raw material traders, Middle East candy & beverage OEM factories, Indian vitamin synthesis enterprises, global bulk flavor commodity traders, Eastern European food processing plants.
Benefits for downstream buyers: Super-large production capacity supports long-term price locking and annual framework procurement to avoid raw material price surge and supply interruption risks; significantly reduced unit cost via bulk purchasing cuts down raw material expenditure of daily care, food and chemical intermediate products; dedicated intermediate-grade products boost synthesis efficiency and lower chemical production costs; standardized models match universal formulas with low procurement threshold.
Benefits for overseas end consumers: Fresh natural rose aroma for mass-market daily care products and affordable perfumes; mild floral notes for candy and beverages; stable performance of insect repellent and daily chemical products in tropical areas covering mainstream consumer markets.
Main export models: LK-CIT-F97 (refined daily chemical grade), LK-CIT-S96 (low-temperature resistant grade), LK-CIT-C95 (general basic grade)
Core competitive indicators (cold resistance, low volatility, elegant aroma & regional compliance advantages)
Total alcohol content 98.8%-99.0% with strict quality control and zero delivery of unqualified batches.
Outstanding low-temperature resistance: no turbidity, layering or aroma volatilization loss at -32℃, perfectly applicable to warehousing and production in frigid regions including Russia, Northern Europe and Central Asia.
Elegant and mild aroma with weakened strong rose note, well-suited for minimalist light-scented daily care products, perfumes and food flavorings popular in Japan and South Korea.
Customizable low-volatility versions available for fragrance and perfume products sold in northern low-temperature regions.
Fully equipped with certifications issued by Japan MHLW, South Korea KFDA and Russian GOST, complying with Northeast Asian regulatory requirements.
Cost performance: 40%-47% lower than international brands, most suitable for frigid northern regions and Japan-South Korea markets with extremely high procurement stability.
Target B-end buyers: Japanese daily care & perfume manufacturers, South Korean food and beverage factories, Russian daily chemical & insect repellent processing factories, Central Asian flavor traders in Kazakhstan, small and medium-sized flavor enterprises in Northern Europe.
Benefits for downstream buyers: Low-temperature resistant grades solve problems of raw material layering, aroma loss and storage loss in cold areas; full compliance with strict food and daily chemical regulations in Japan and South Korea ensures smooth customs clearance; goods delivered via Qingdao and Tianjin ports in northern China achieve faster logistics and lower costs for shipments to Russia and Central Asia; customized low-volatility specifications help create differentiated product competitiveness.
Benefits for overseas end consumers: Elegant and superior light floral scent for minimalist daily care products and perfumes in Japan and South Korea; stable storage performance of winter perfumes and insect repellent products in Russia; durable aroma of daily chemical and insect repellent goods adapting to cold and dry climate in Central Asia.
Main export models: XR-CIT-P99 (high-purity customized fresh rose fragrance grade), XR-CIT-F98 (high-end food grade), XR-CIT-G95 (general grade)
Core competitive indicators (enhanced high-purity fresh rose aroma, low impurities, flexible small-batch production & superior southern logistics)
Custom high-purity grade with citronellol proportion ≥95% delivers vivid fresh rose scent and extremely low grassy off-notes, ideal for organic perfumes and natural daily care products.
Natural extracted grade is available with natural source certification documents provided, catering to organic certification oriented industries.
Flexible small-batch production with minimum order quantity starting from 20kg, meeting trial order demands of overseas small-scale flavor blending studios, independent perfume brands and niche organic brands.
Strong anti-oxidation capacity adapts to high-temperature and high-humidity tropical environments in Latin America and Australia.
Shipment via Shanghai and Ningbo ports ensures fast sea transportation and cost advantages for goods exported to Latin America, Australia and Southeast Asia.
Cost performance: High-purity customized grades are 32%-39% cheaper than international brands, buyer-friendly for small and medium batch procurement with ultra-low trial cost.
Target B-end buyers: Flavor factories in Brazil and Argentina, independent niche perfume brands in Europe and America, organic daily care raw material suppliers in Australia, overseas small-scale flavor blending studios, natural insect repellent essential oil suppliers.
Benefits for downstream buyers: High-purity natural aroma helps enter the blue ocean market of high-end organic daily care and niche perfumes; low minimum order quantity supports rapid sample testing and new product iteration; lower logistics cost via southern ports; premium unique aroma greatly improves premium space of finished downstream products.
Benefits for overseas end consumers: Vivid fresh rose scent for niche perfumes; mild natural texture of organic daily care goods; stable and long-lasting efficacy of tropical insect repellent essential oils; superior soothing atmosphere of natural fragrances.
Main export models: QS-CIT-N99 (high-purity natural grade extracted from citronella oil), QS-CIT-F97 (synthetic food & daily chemical grade), QS-CIT-T01 (mild fragrance grade dedicated for tobacco use)
Core competitive indicators (natural origin, optimized tobacco flavor blending, insect repellent & bacteriostatic performance, long-term stable supply)
Natural-grade Citronellol refined and purified from citronella oil features pure natural origin, applicable to organic food, natural daily chemicals and green insect repellent products with access to natural certification application.
Tobacco-dedicated grade delivers mild aroma with well-blended rose scent and tobacco smoke without unpleasant off-notes, perfect for high-end tobacco flavor formulation.
Dual production mode covering natural extraction and chemical synthesis ensures stable supply and minimal price fluctuation.
Moderate volatilization rate suitable for aromatherapy products, insect repellent sprays and car fragrances.
Long-term price locking service valid for 6 to 12 months is available, and diversified packaging specifications meet demands of daily chemical, insect repellent and tobacco industries.
Cost performance: Natural-grade products are 39%-47% cheaper than imported natural Citronellol, and synthetic-grade ones are 43%-51% lower in price, ranking top in cost performance for natural flavor and tobacco flavor blending sectors.
Target B-end buyers: European and American natural organic brands, West Asian tobacco flavor enterprises, mid-range European and American daily chemical traders, green insect repellent product manufacturers, natural essential oil traders.
Benefits for downstream buyers: Natural-grade products support organic label application to capture high-end natural product markets; tobacco-specialized grades enhance flavor blending competitiveness; dual production system stabilizes supply chain and long-term price locking avoids market price fluctuation risks; complete natural compliance documents guarantee smooth import customs clearance.
Benefits for overseas end consumers: Safe and natural aroma of organic food products; elegant mild scent of tobacco products; eco-friendly and safe performance of green insect repellent goods; comforting natural rose fragrance of daily fragrances.
Comparison Items | Anhui Huabang Flavors | Zhejiang NHU | Shandong Lianke New Materials | Shanghai Xinrui Flavors | Jiangxi Qingsong Bio-technology |
| Export Ranking | No.1 | No.2 | No.3 | No.4 | No.5 |
| Main Export Models | HB-CIT-990 Perfume & Pharma Grade, HB-CIT-980 Daily Chemical Grade, HB-CIT-MED Insect Repellent Special Grade | XH-CIT-A1 General Daily Chemical Grade, XH-CIT-A2 Refined Grade, XH-CIT-VIT Vitamin Intermediate Grade | LK-CIT-F97 Refined Grade, LK-CIT-S96 Low-temperature Resistant Grade, LK-CIT-C95 General Grade | XR-CIT-P99 High-purity Custom Rose Grade, XR-CIT-F98 High-end Food Grade, XR-CIT-G95 General Grade | QS-CIT-N99 Natural Extracted Grade, QS-CIT-F97 Daily Chemical Grade, QS-CIT-T01 Tobacco Special Grade |
| Core Competitive Strength | Total alcohol ≥99.2%, Citronellol ≥94%, strong oxidation resistance, equivalent to BASF standards, high insect repellent activity | World’s largest 12800-ton annual capacity, complete citral industrial chain, ideal for intermediates, fast bulk delivery, lowest cost | -32℃ low-temperature resistance without layering, mild aroma fit for Japan & South Korea, complete GOST/KFDA certifications, northern logistics advantages | Citronellol ≥95%, intense fresh rose aroma, 20kg MOQ flexible production, efficient southern port shipment | Natural citronella oil extraction source, optimized mild tobacco aroma, dual natural & synthetic production, stable supply with long-term price lock |
| Price Advantage vs International Brands | 34%-41% lower, benchmark for high-end perfume & pharmaceutical grade | 45%-53% lower, top cost choice for mass daily chemicals & intermediates | 40%-47% lower, best fit for cold northern regions & Japan-South Korea markets | 32%-39% lower, friendly for niche high-end small-batch procurement | 39%-51% lower, most cost-effective for natural flavors & tobacco flavoring |
| Main Target Overseas B-end Clients | European & American luxury perfume groups, pharmaceutical insect repellent raw material suppliers, high-end daily care groups, Australian organic daily chemical importers | Southeast Asian daily care groups, African daily chemical traders, vitamin synthesis factories, bulk commodity purchasers | Japanese & South Korean daily care & perfume manufacturers, Russian daily chemical & insect repellent factories, Central Asian flavor traders, Northern Europe small & medium flavor enterprises | Latin American flavor factories, European & American independent niche perfume brands, Australian organic daily care suppliers, natural insect repellent raw material vendors | European & American natural organic brands, West Asian tobacco flavor enterprises, green insect repellent product manufacturers |
| Practical Advantages for Downstream Buyers | 1:1 full replacement of BASF products without formula adjustment, worry-free pharmaceutical & insect repellent compliance, stable anti-oxidation performance | Long-term price locking against price hikes, cost reduction via bulk purchase, improved intermediate synthesis efficiency, suitable for large-scale production | Solve raw material layering and aroma loss issues in cold areas, zero-barrier compliance for Japan & South Korea, customized low-volatility products for differentiation | Tap into organic niche perfume blue ocean market, low trial order cost, superior southern port logistics cost | Build organic product competitiveness with natural raw materials, differentiated tobacco flavor advantages, stable dual-channel supply, price lock to avoid market risks |
| Experience Advantages for Overseas End Consumers | Elegant rose scent for high-end perfumes, mild comforting daily care products, safe mild insect repellent goods, comfortable pharmaceutical external preparations | Fresh natural scent for mass daily care products, mild floral taste for food products, cost-effective intermediates, stable performance in tropical areas | Elegant premium style of Japanese & South Korean products, stable storage of Russian winter products, long-lasting efficacy of Central Asian insect repellent goods | Vivid fresh aroma of niche perfumes, pure mild texture of organic daily care products, stable tropical insect repellent effect | Safe natural attributes of organic products, elegant tobacco fragrance, eco-friendly green insect repellent effect, soothing premium natural fragrance |
As a new foreign trade service provider driven by both technology commercialization and foreign trade services, HiSiaddi have formed a "1+2+3+4=1" product service system by 1 foreign trade salesperson with over 3 years of experience, 2 R&D teams, 3 high-quality suppliers, and 4 warehouses to serve 1 product demand.
With this service system, HiSiaddi boasts deeper expertise in Citronellol R&D optimization and technical processes than most foreign trade companies, better insights into market demands and competitive edges of Citronellol from various brands than standalone factories, and a more thorough grasp of the Citronellol foreign trade market than research institutions.
HiSiaddi only recruits foreign trade sales staff with over 3 years of working experience, who must receive more than 6 months of training from the R&D team and foreign trade team before serving clients.
（1）Citronellol Basic Guarantee Service：
Supported by the foreign trade team and corporate service system, we provide customers with one-stop full-process document handling services, including but not limited to: issuance and application of all types of compliance certificates for Citronellol; provision of third-party test reports and resolution of quality warranty feedback.
（2）Citronellol Exclusive Premium Service：
Backed by the R&D team, we deliver customized product and technical consulting services for clients, covering without limitation: core indicator adaptability and cost analysis comparison of Citronellol from different brands, regular sharing of Citronellol market trends, etc.
One-stop Bundled Procurement Service for Rose Aroma Fragrances
Citronellol is frequently blended with Geraniol, Phenethyl Alcohol, Rose Oxide, Nerol and Ionone. Partnering with premium Chinese fragrance manufacturers, HiSiaddi offers one-stop bundled procurement, unified price negotiation, consolidated shipment and standardized compliance documents, cutting communication, documentation and logistics costs for buyers sourcing from multiple vendors.
Exclusive Regular Push Service from Citronellol Global Procurement Think Tank. We periodically release updates on production capacity of top Chinese manufacturers, global supply & demand balance of Citronellol, market quotation of Citronellol Oil / Citral raw materials, price trends of international competing products, popular rose perfume trends, natural insect repellent market dynamics and industry news on vitamin intermediates. These first-hand industry insights help buyers accurately judge stocking timing and develop blockbuster new products.
Through in-depth cooperation with upstream manufacturers via technology commercialization and close internal collaboration with the foreign trade team, we deliver technical training to sales staff to enable professional Citronellol customization. We also provide research-grade consulting for Citronellol brand matching recommendation and Citronellol application solution optimization.
（1）Citronellol Research-Grade Customization Service：
1:1 Aroma & Intermediate Matching, Reproduction and Optimization Service for International Top Brands
Supported by our in-house perfumery and chemical synthesis engineer team, we offer free 1:1 rose aroma reproduction, precise Geraniol-Citronellol ratio matching and antioxidant performance enhancement for Citronellol from BASF and Givaudan currently used by buyers. For vitamin synthesis clients, we optimize impurity indicators to boost downstream conversion rates; for insect repellent clients, we strengthen bacteriostatic activity. We also deliver cost reduction calculation reports specifying cost savings after substitution and minor formula adjustment plans, eliminating R&D verification expenses for buyers.
Precise Customization & Implementation Service for Indicators & Aromas
We directly coordinate with factories to customize Citronellol with precise content ranges of 92%–95%, 32°C low-temperature resistant grade, high antioxidant grade, enhanced insect repellent & bacteriostatic grade, high-purity low-impurity grade for vitamin synthesis, natural extraction grade and mild tobacco aroma grade. Ordinary foreign trade merchants cannot obtain factory customization access, while HiSiaddi realizes flexible customized production.
Fun Customization Service for Region-Specific Rose Aromas
We fine-tune aromas according to aesthetic preferences across regions: rich and full rose scent for Europe and America, soft and mild floral aroma for Japan and South Korea, rich and intense rose notes for the Middle East, and long-lasting fresh insect-repellent fragrance for tropical areas. This empowers buyers to develop localized blockbuster perfumes, personal care and insect repellent products to quickly capture local markets.
（2）Citronellol Research-Grade Consulting Service：
Auxiliary Testing Service for Downstream Finished Products & Synthesis Stability
After buyers receive goods, HiSiaddi provides online aroma tuning, antioxidant storage solutions, insect repellent efficacy testing, vitamin synthesis process optimization and perfume lasting stability testing. We can connect domestic fragrance & chemical laboratories to assist buyers in testing finished product flavor, insect repellent activity and intermediate conversion rates, solving the pain point of lacking professional R&D teams among overseas enterprises.
Digital Raw Material Ledger Service for Buyers
We build exclusive ledgers for long-term cooperative clients, recording procurement batches, Citronellol content, antioxidant indicators, prices, logistics records and usage feedback. The system automatically generates cost analysis and supplier stability assessment reports, enabling digitalized and refined procurement management for perfume daily chemical & chemical raw materials.
Our foreign trade and R&D teams work in tandem to conduct multiple rounds of screening and cooperation evaluation including preliminary market research, on-site factory inspections, product testing, in-depth technology commercialization cooperation and trial product procurement. We select approximately 3 branded manufacturers featuring reliable quality, stable supply, sound reputation and strong growth potential.
（1）Citronellol Initiative to Secure Lower Prices
Long-term cooperation through technology commercialization and authorized distribution allows us to source original factory goods at more competitive prices.
（2）Citronellol Long-Term Supply Chain Guarantee Service
Long-term partnership via technology commercialization and authorized distribution effectively strengthens production process monitoring, full traceability, batch stability control, and compensation guarantees for substandard goods failing third-party inspections.
We have 4 warehouses, which are jointly operated and managed with suppliers to store hot-selling products.
（1）Citronellol Nearby Shipment for Fast Delivery & Stronger Emergency Resolution Capacity
Our four warehouses are located at Qingdao Port in Northern China, Ningbo Port in Eastern China, Shenzhen Port in Southern China, and Zhengzhou, the inland logistics hub of China, ensuring timely delivery of Citronellol. On-site staff stationed at each warehouse can promptly resolve transport accidents, packaging defects and export compliance issues involving Citronellol.
（2）Citronellol Mitigate Price Fluctuations & Support Packaging Customization
We stock up in advance when drastic price swings of Citronellol are predicted during peak seasons to stabilize costs. Our self-operated warehouses fully accommodate personalized customer demands for packaging, labels and other customizations.
As a new-type foreign trade service provider driven by both technological transformation and foreign trade services, HiSiaddi has established a "1+2+3+4=1" service system and can supply raw materials from many well-known original manufacturers for Citronellol. As a research and development-focused foreign trade enterprise, HiSiaddi will analyze key purchasing considerations and critical indicators from a professional perspective to ease buyers’ sourcing concerns.
If you require more professional and in-depth analysis on Citronellol sourcing, please contact HiSiaddi customer service.
There are two production routes:
1. Natural route: Citronellol separated via precision vacuum rectification of citronella oil;
2. Synthetic route: Fully synthetic production through selective hydrogenation of geraniol.
Grades are classified by multi-stage high-vacuum fractional rectification:
1. Natural Food Grade: Produced via multi-cut rectification with low terpene impurities, delivering natural, mellow aroma. Suitable for high-end food flavors and luxury perfumes;
2. Synthetic Food Grade: Deeply stripped of light and heavy fractions, compliant with FCC/JECFA standards. Widely used in conventional food and personal care fragrance bases;
3. Industrial Crude Distillate Grade: High residual light and heavy fractions with greasy terpene off-notes. Limited to low-end daily chemicals and chemical intermediates.
Fluctuations in rectification temperature and vacuum pressure alter component ratios and distort fragrance profiles. Food-grade raw materials must not be blended with crude distillates; priority shall be given to manufacturers with continuous closed negative-pressure rectification mass production lines.
Citronellol is a year-round staple for food, personal care and fine chemical industries with mild seasonal demand swings. Full-container long-term price-lock contracts, consolidated container sampling, and split delivery are all available. Natural raw materials are subject to seasonal citronella harvesting cycles, while synthetic routes rely on petrochemical stockpiles for more stable supply.
As a liquid prone to oxidation-induced acid value rise and discoloration upon air exposure, storage management mandates cool, sealed storage tanks maintained at ≤25°C away from light; warehouse conditions form part of supplier site audits.
· Food flavors: FDA GRAS, FCC, JECFA, EU Regulation 1334 food flavor list;
· Personal care raw materials: IFRA compliance, REACH registration & filing;
· Optional supplementary certifications: Halal, Kosher.
Manufacturers shall hold flavor production qualifications, ISO22000 and GMP certificates, with rectification workshops meeting food-grade cleanliness standards. All certificates are verifiable via official overseas authorities to avoid customs detention.
1. Price gaps across grades: Natural Food Grade > Synthetic Food Grade > Industrial Daily Chemical Grade; primary component content directly determines unit purchase price;
2. Liquid bulk drum shipments incur varying ocean freight, tariff and inspection surcharges across departure ports;
3. Poor packaging seal leads to oxidative losses during long-distance ocean transit, with hidden losses factored into total landed cost. Cost-effectiveness shall be calculated combining minimum order quantity, payment credit terms and sample fees.
High-end perfumes and premium beverages adopt high-purity natural grades; conventional candies and personal care products use refined synthetic grades; chemical synthesis intermediates adopt economical industrial grades.
Custom grades with specified content and low terpene impurity profiles are available on demand. Supplementary services include recommended dosage levels, rose fragrance compounding formulas, and antioxidant storage guidance with fast sample delivery cycles. Domestic dual-process simultaneous mass production delivers superior customization support compared to small overseas chemical plants.
Multilingual business support covering grade selection, order scheduling and post-delivery quality inspection. Customized issuance of certificates of origin, sanitary certificates, batch-specific Certificates of Analysis (CoA), IFRA/FCC compliance documents. Support for third-party port sampling inspections overseas and after-sales handling of quality deviations, with flexible split shipment options.
· Natural Food Grade ≥98.0%;
· Synthetic Food Grade ≥95.0%;
· Industrial Grade ≥90.0%.
Stringent control over geraniol, linalool and non-target terpene impurity ratios; compositional imbalance directly distorts floral fragrance profiles.
1. Relative density & refractive index (20°C): Statutory flavor identification parameters; deviations from standard ranges indicate solvent adulteration or excessive impurities;
2. Acid value: Food grade ≤1.0 mgKOH/g. Elevated acid value signals organic acid formation via oxidation and rancid fragrance deterioration;
3. Moisture: Food grade ≤0.1%; moisture accelerates oxidation and discoloration. Flash point serves as a transportation and storage safety control parameter.
Food raw materials require testing for total aerobic bacteria, mold, yeast and Escherichia coli. Infant formula raw materials add Salmonella and Staphylococcus aureus testing with zero detection of pathogenic bacteria; independent microbial test reports issued per batch.
Lead, arsenic, mercury, cadmium and copper are controlled per FCC and EU limit standards. Distillation solvent residues and light terpene impurities are frequently inspected by US and EU customs; plasticizers and other exogenous contaminants are screened as required.
Qualified product: Colorless to pale yellow transparent oily liquid with no turbidity, sediment or suspended matter. Pure sweet rose floral aroma with soft citrus undertones; free of greasy terpene, solvent or rancid off-notes. Discoloration, turbidity or sour odor indicates unqualified oxidized product.
1. Thermal stability: Resists extensive decomposition and fragrance loss under flavor heating blending and spray-drying conditions;
2. Acid-base stability: Resists decomposition and off-odor formation in acidic beverage and soap-based personal care systems;
3. Storage stability: Minimal acid value rise and discoloration during long-term sealed, light-shielded storage.
Packaged in 25kg / 200kg anti-corrosion internally coated iron drums or food-grade HDPE sealed drums to isolate air. Outer packaging labels state content, natural/synthetic classification, batch number, storage conditions and applicable standards. Store fully shielded from light and cool at all times, away from high-temperature heat sources, strong acids, strong alkalis and oxidizing materials.
For further professional and in-depth analysis on Citronellol purchasing, please contact HiSiaddi customer service.
Rapid volatilization of citronellol after 2 months of sealed storage, causing an abrupt fade of top and middle notes and a surge in repurchase complaints.
Component incompatibility between citronellol and bergamot essential oil/musk fixatives in the formula, leading to turbidity and stratification under 5°C low-temperature storage. A 5,000L batch of semi-finished perfume faced scrapping, prompting the client to suspend the new product launch. The client requested HiSiaddi to resolve technical issues from three dimensions: raw materials, formula and perfuming process.
Lead time
Quantity (ton) | 0 - 10 | 10 - 30 | > 30 |
Lead time (days) | 7 | 15 | To be negotiated |
The monthly inventory volume of Citronellol is 60 tons, with appropriate adjustments upwards or downwards in response to peak and off-peak seasons.
HiSiaddi safeguards the supply stability of Citronellol through the following measures:
(1) Performance evaluation and screening of Citronellol brand factories based on on-time delivery rate, batch pass rate, timeliness of risk alerts, and completeness of documentation to assess their supply stability.
(2) For each mainstream model or major grade of Citronellol, secure 1 primary high-quality brand manufacturer and 2 backup high-quality manufacturers.
(3) Each factory operates independent production lines in separate production zones to prevent production halts caused by major unforeseen incidents such as environmental production suspensions and power outages.
Through long-term cooperation with brand manufacturers via technology commercialization and authorized distribution channels, HiSiaddi can effectively strengthen supervision over the production processes of brand manufacturers, optimize full-process traceability management, improve batch stability control, and further reinforce real-time monitoring of the supply stability of Citronellol products.
Long-term Annual Framework Supply Guarantee Agreement. HiSiaddi signs 12-month long-term agreements with leading manufacturers. The agreements specify the minimum guaranteed supply volume, maximum price hike range, and priority production scheduling rights during peak seasons. It is stipulated that manufacturers shall issue a 30-day prior written notice if production is suspended due to environmental rectification or equipment maintenance, and backup manufacturers will be activated to replenish goods accordingly.
We have 4 warehouses, which are jointly operated and managed with suppliers to store hot-selling products.The four warehouses are located at Qingdao Port in North China, Ningbo Port in East China, Shenzhen Port in South China, and Zhengzhou, China’s inland logistics hub. This setup guarantees sufficient supply and timely shipment of Citronellol during peak seasons.
HiSiaddi issues a rolling demand forecast covering the subsequent three months on the 25th of each month, allowing manufacturers to reserve production capacity in accordance with the forecast. Any new urgent orders from overseas clients will be prioritized to draw on inventories or production capacity from backup manufacturers.
Unstable logistics for Citronellol will extend delivery lead times. HiSiaddi has established alternative arrangements covering multiple freight forwarders, ports and transportation solutions:
(1) Binding of multiple professional chemical freight forwarders for Citronellol
Each product is assigned 2 to 3 freight forwarders with hazardous chemical/food transport qualifications affiliated with different shipping lines. Alternative sailing schedules can be switched to immediately in case of space shortages or customs inspections on a single shipping route.
(2) Backup transportation solutions for Citronellol
Ocean freight serves as the standard mode; air freight and rail freight are reserved as alternatives for urgent orders. Long-term agreements for temperature-controlled containers are signed for temperature-sensitive and perishable food additives to secure shipping space.
(3) Visual tracking and digital early warning for Citronellol
Freight forwarders synchronize daily updates on container loading, customs declaration, vessel loading and port arrival milestones. If customs inspection occurs, replenishment from backup inventory will be initiated immediately to shorten client waiting periods.
Full-chain digital early warning automatically monitors four categories of risks:
Factory side: Expiring supplier environmental assessment certificates, renewal of production permits, scheduled major equipment overhauls, and notifications of price hikes for upstream raw materials;
Inventory side: Inventory falling below safety thresholds, excessive inventory age, and batches failing quality inspection;
Logistics side: Shipping line space shortages, strikes at destination ports, and updates to customs policies;
Overseas side: Revisions to additive regulations and adjustments to import restriction lists in target countries.
Early warning notifications are automatically pushed to procurement and business leads, allowing backup suppliers or inventory contingency plans to be activated in advance.
As a new foreign trade service provider driven by both technology commercialization and export business, HiSiaddi has built a "1+2+3+4=1" service system and can supply citronellol sourced directly from multiple well-known original manufacturers.
As an R&D-focused export service provider, HiSiaddi does not only promote its own factory partners unlike single-brand manufacturers. We offer objective analysis of China’s most export-competitive citronellol brands, sharing their certification portfolios and market performance insights to streamline buyers’ sourcing decisions.
If you require objective, detailed profiles of multiple Chinese citronellol manufacturers, please contact HiSiaddi customer service.
· Natural Citronellol GBFF-98N: ≥98.0% purity, refined from Java citronella oil, delivers a fresh rose-citrus aroma profile with unrestricted IFRA compliance.
· High-Purity Natural Citronellol GBFF-995N: ≥99.5% purity, heavy metals <1 ppm, low sensitization (impurities ≤0.15%), formulated for premium daily chemicals and infant care applications.
· Food-Grade Citronellol GBFF-F98: ≥98.0% purity, compliant with FEMA 2309 and FDA GRAS standards with zero solvent residue, intended for beverage and baked goods flavorings.
1. Leading repeat purchase rate among premium daily chemical clients: A core natural citronellol supplier for luxury perfume lines of Dior and Chanel, scoring 4.8/5 on aroma stability and batch consistency per a 2025 International Society of Perfumers survey. Exclusive low-sensitization vendor for European infant care brands including Sebamed, with 32% year-on-year order growth in 2025.
2. Top recognition for natural aroma quality: Preferred natural citronellol brand across Southeast Asian and Middle Eastern perfume markets, outperforming Indonesian and Indian alternatives in pure rose aroma and fragrance longevity; repeat purchase rates exceed 85% among Middle Eastern buyers.
3. Strong compatibility with food flavor formulations: Classified as a key food-grade citronellol supplier by Unilever and Nestlé, valued for mild aroma and thermal stability; food flavor orders accounted for 28% of total sales volume in 2025.
· International compliance: COSMOS Natural Certification, ECOCERT Organic Certification, IFRA Compliance Statement, EU REACH Pre-registration.
· Domestic standards: GB/T 26377-2022 National Standard, ISO 9001 Quality Management System, ISO 22000 Food Safety Management System.
· Industry honors: Top 10 Natural Fragrance Manufacturers in China’s Flavor & Fragrance Sector, Recommended Natural Raw Material Brand by the International Society of Perfumers.
· Bio-Based Synthetic Citronellol AP-99S: ≥99.0% purity, manufactured via enzymatic green processes delivering 30% lower energy consumption and 28% reduced carbon emissions; formulated for mass-market personal care and household cleaning products.
· Customizable Citronellol AP-C98: 98.0%–99.0% purity with adjustable aroma intensity and isomer ratios for perfume and personal care compound formulations.
· Slow-Release Citronellol AP-R95: ≥95.0% purity with microcapsule encapsulation technology extending insect repellent efficacy to 72 hours for agricultural pest control and pet care applications.
1. Cost-performance leader in green synthetic materials: Primary synthetic citronellol supplier to European mass-market personal care brand Henkel, priced 18%–22% below foreign competitors with a 4.7/5 batch stability score; European orders rose 29% year-on-year in 2025.
2. Industry-leading custom formulation service reputation: Delivers exclusive fragrance customization for Givaudan and IFF with formulation response cycles ≤15 days; customized orders represented 41% of total sales in 2025.
3. High market penetration in agricultural insect repellent segments: Preferred synthetic citronellol brand for pest control manufacturers across Southeast Asia and Latin America, with a 98% qualified efficacy rate for slow-release grades; agricultural orders surged 45% year-on-year in 2025.
· Green manufacturing credentials: EU Bio-Based Product Certification, ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, National Green Manufacturing Demonstration Enterprise (China).
· International compliance: IFRA Compliance, EU Cosmetic Safety Regulation EC 1223/2009, FDA GRAS (food-grade variants).
· Industry honors: Top 10 Synthetic Fragrance Manufacturers in China’s Flavor & Fragrance Sector, Leading Bio-Based Fragrance Enterprise of Jiangsu Province.
· Natural Citronellol LJ-98N: ≥98.0% purity, extracted from Yunnan citronella grass via supercritical CO₂ technology, delivering a rounded, sweet aroma optimized for premium personal care and perfumes.
· Synthetic Citronellol LJ-98S: ≥98.0% purity via continuous flow hydrogenation with 92.4% by-product recovery, offering superior cost-performance for mass-market personal care and industrial flavorings.
· Pharmaceutical-Grade Citronellol LJ-998M: ≥99.8% purity, sterile filtration, endotoxin <0.1 EU/mg, engineered for pharmaceutical intermediates and topical dermatological formulations.
1. Balanced natural and synthetic product portfolio: Serves both premium natural clients (L’Oréal) and mass synthetic buyers (Procter & Gamble). 2025 export breakdown: 45% high-end European & American markets, 40% mass-market Asia-Pacific, 15% Middle Eastern perfumery.
2. Globally recognized pharmaceutical-grade quality: Qualified designated supplier of pharmaceutical intermediates for Merck (Germany) and Lonza (Switzerland), meeting European and US pharmacopoeia standards for purity consistency and sterile production; pharmaceutical orders rose 38% year-on-year in 2025.
3. Rapidly expanding Asia-Pacific market share: Core raw material supplier for domestic beauty brands across Japan, South Korea and Southeast Asia, with regionally tailored aroma profiles and competitive pricing; Asia-Pacific orders grew 35% year-on-year in 2025.
· International compliance: COSMOS Natural Certification, ECOCERT Organic Certification, FDA Registration, EU REACH Full Registration.
· Domestic standards: GB/T 26377-2022 National Standard, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000.
· Industry honors: Top 10 Light Industry Flavor & Fragrance Manufacturers in China, The Only Fragrance Enterprise Featured on CCTV’s "Craftsman Spirit" Documentary Series.
· Industrial-Grade Citronellol JY-95: ≥95.0% purity, optimized for household cleaners, industrial deodorants and low-end personal care with minimal cost.
· Agricultural-Grade Citronellol JY-90: ≥90.0% purity, formulated for long shelf life and easy emulsification for natural insect repellents and feed preservatives.
· Compound Citronellol JY-B92: ≥92.0% purity, pre-blended with geraniol and citral to deliver dual insect-repellent and fragrance performance for mosquito repellent products and aromatherapy.
1. Market leader in industrial and agricultural-grade citronellol: Preferred supplier for industrial and agricultural applications across Southeast Asia, Africa and Latin America, priced 8%–12% below Indian competitors; industrial/agricultural orders accounted for 78% of total sales in 2025.
2. Optimized formulation for mosquito repellent goods: Key raw material vendor for mosquito repellent liquid and coil manufacturers in Thailand and Vietnam, valued for clean aroma and stable repellent efficacy; mosquito-control product orders increased 42% year-on-year in 2025.
3. Industry benchmark for cost-performance: Top choice for small and medium global buyers with rapid delivery lead times ≤20 days and substantial volume discounts; repeat purchase rates exceed 75%.
· International compliance: IFRA Compliance, EU Agricultural Input Safety Certification, EU REACH Pre-registration.
· Domestic standards: GB/T 26377-2022 National Standard, ISO 9001, ISO 22000, Recommended Product by Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences.
· Industry honors: Top 10 Industrial Fragrance Manufacturers in China’s Flavor & Fragrance Sector, Leading Fine Chemical Export Enterprise of Shandong Province.
· High-Purity Synthetic Citronellol HG-995S: ≥99.5% purity, cis-trans isomer ratio ≥92%, delivering pure authentic fragrance for luxury perfumes and premium personal care.
· Optically Pure Citronellol HG-998O: ≥99.8% purity with optical enantiomeric excess ee ≥98.5%, leveraging proprietary chiral separation technology for premium flavorings and pharmaceutical intermediates.
· Eco-Friendly Citronellol HG-E98: ≥98.0% purity, zero VOC emissions and heavy metal-free formulation compliant with updated EU environmental regulations for green personal care products.
1. High-purity synthetic quality comparable to foreign multinationals: Matches BASF and Takasago benchmarks for purity and aroma consistency at prices 15%–20% lower; high-purity synthetic orders rose 40% year-on-year in 2025.
2. Optically pure grades recognized by global flavor conglomerates: Approved chiral citronellol supplier for Firmenich and Symrise, scoring 4.9/5 on chiral purity and batch uniformity; optically pure variants made up 35% of total sales in 2025.
3. Standout compliance advantages for green environmental regulations: Emerged as the preferred Chinese supplier for European eco-friendly personal care brands following the 2025 EU environmental rule rollout; EU green product orders surged 55% year-on-year in 2025.
· International compliance: IFRA Compliance, EU Eco-Product Certification, EU REACH Full Registration, European Pharmacopoeia Standard Certification.
· Domestic standards: GB/T 26377-2022 National Standard, GB/T 44237-2025 Reagent-Grade National Standard, ISO 9001, ISO 14001.
· Industry honors: Innovative Synthetic Technology Enterprise of China’s Flavor & Fragrance Sector, Benchmark Fine Chemical Export Enterprise of Jiangxi Province.
表格
Brand | Core Competitive Edge | Best Suited Downstream Buyers | Price Range (USD/kg) | Key Certifications |
Guangzhou Baihua Flavors & Fragrances | Ultra-high natural purity, low sensitization, authentic aroma | Luxury perfumes, infant care, food flavorings | 95–130 | COSMOS, ECOCERT, IFRA |
Jiangsu Aipu Flavors | Bio-based green synthesis, flexible customization, cost-performance | Mass-market personal care, household cleaners, agricultural repellents | 75–90 | EU Bio-Based Certification, IFRA, National Green Manufacturing |
Zhejiang Lujing Flavors | Dual natural & synthetic production lines, pharmaceutical-grade high purity | Premium body care, pharmaceutical intermediates, Asia-Pacific beauty brands | 85–110 | COSMOS, FDA, Full ISO System Suite |
Shandong Jinyuan Flavors | Lowest-cost industrial/agricultural grades, ultra-fast delivery | Household cleaners, agricultural insect repellents, mosquito control goods | 65–80 | IFRA, EU Agricultural Input Safety Certification |
Jiangxi Huagan Flavors | Ultra-high purity synthetic, optical chiral purity, zero-VOC eco grades | Luxury perfumes, eco-friendly personal care, pharmaceutical intermediates | 85–105 | EU Eco-Product Certification, Pharmacopoeia Standards, IFRA |
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As an R&D-focused export service provider, HiSiaddi does not only promote its own factory partners unlike single-brand manufacturers. We offer objective analysis of China’s most export-competitive citronellol brands, detailing their manufacturing workflows, supply stability and core quality metrics, alongside the downstream sourcing impacts of these factors to streamline buyers’ decision-making.
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1. Natural Citronellol GBFF-98N/995N: Raw material: Java citronella oil; workflow: steam distillation → primary rectification → molecular distillation → precision fractional distillation. The premium GBFF-995N grade adds low-temperature crystallization purification and deep activated carbon adsorption to eliminate trace impurities (geraniol, citronellal), reducing total impurities to ≤0.15% to meet low-sensitization criteria.
2. Food-Grade GBFF-F98: Produced via supercritical CO₂ extraction (35 MPa, 45°C) with zero solvent residue and 85% extraction efficiency (vs. 60% for traditional extraction), compliant with FDA and EU food-grade requirements.
3. Process characteristics: Fully natural routes with no chemical additives and authentic fragrance profiles; raw material supply secured via exclusive long-term agreements with compliant plantations in Indonesia and Vietnam, fully traceable non-GMO feedstock.
1. Production scale: Annual natural citronellol capacity of 800 tons, including 300 tons of high-purity 995N grade; year-round full-capacity operation with no seasonal shutdowns.
2. Raw material security: 5-year exclusive supply contracts with three major Indonesian citronella plantations locking in annual supply of 1,200 tons citronella oil; supplementary 2,000 mu self-operated cultivation base in Yunnan Province as dual feedstock backup.
3. Delivery lead times: 20–25 days for standard orders, 7-day expedited delivery for urgent requests; 99.7% on-time delivery rate over the past three years, with only one minor natural supply disruption (7-day recovery following Indonesian rainy-season output cuts in 2024).
4. Inventory buffer: Permanent 3-month safety stock (~200 tons) to offset price volatility and short-term feedstock shortages.
表格
Grade | Purity (%) | Total Impurities (%) | Heavy Metals (ppm) | Moisture (%) | Acid Value (mgKOH/g) | Aroma Profile |
GBFF-98N | ≥98.0 | ≤1.5 | ≤1.0 | ≤0.1 | ≤0.5 | Pure rose-citrus |
GBFF-995N | ≥99.5 | ≤0.15 | ≤0.5 | ≤0.05 | ≤0.2 | Low-sensitization, mild sweet fragrance |
GBFF-F98 | ≥98.0 | ≤1.0 | ≤0.5 | ≤0.1 | ≤0.3 | Mellow food-grade aroma |
1. Premium daily chemical & infant care brands: Built-in low-sensitization and natural certifications fully satisfy EU Regulation EC 1223/2009 requirements, eliminating the need for secondary third-party testing and cutting compliance costs by 40%. Inter-batch aroma variation ≤1% lifts repeat purchase rates for luxury perfumes by 15%.
2. Food flavor manufacturers: Supercritical extraction eliminates solvent residues; pre-certified FEMA 2309 and FDA GRAS compliance enables direct application in beverages and baked goods, mitigating food safety regulatory risks.
3. Potential limitations: Natural feedstock prices swing ±25% annually, mitigated via long-term fixed-price contracts; limited high-purity capacity requires 30-day advance booking for bulk orders ≥50 tons.
1. Bio-Based AP-99S: Citral feedstock converted via proprietary composite biocatalysts (lipase + hydrogenase) under ambient temperature and pressure (25°C, 0.1 MPa) for selective hydrogenation. Energy consumption reduced by 30%, carbon emissions down 28%, with water as the sole biodegradable by-product.
2. Customizable AP-C98: Microchannel continuous flow reactors cut reaction time from 8 hours to 20 minutes, enabling precise tunability of cis-trans isomer ratios (90%–95%) to deliver bespoke fragrance profiles.
3. Slow-Release AP-R95: Chitosan-alginate microcapsule encapsulation with particle size 50–100 μm extends insect repellent efficacy to 72 hours, with stability across -20°C to 60°C temperature ranges.
1. Production scale: 2,000 tons annual synthetic citronellol capacity (China’s largest), split 60% AP-99S, 30% customizable grades, 10% slow-release variants; 24-hour continuous production with 98% annual operating uptime.
2. Raw material security: 3-year long-term citral supply contracts with BASF and NHU locking in annual feedstock volumes of 3,000 tons; petrochemical feedstock pricing remains stable with no climate-driven fluctuations.
3. Delivery lead times: 12–15 days for standard orders, 15–20 days for customized formulations; 99.9% on-time delivery rate over three years with zero supply disruptions.
4. Flexible manufacturing: Three interchangeable production lines capable of grade switching within 24 hours, optimized for small-batch (5-ton) multi-order demand.
表格
Grade | Purity (%) | Cis Isomer Ratio (%) | Heavy Metals (ppm) | Moisture (%) | Acid Value (mgKOH/g) | Environmental Performance |
AP-99S | ≥99.0 | ≥92 | ≤1.0 | ≤0.1 | ≤0.5 | Bio-based, low carbon footprint |
AP-C98 | 98.0–99.0 | 90–95 (fully customizable) | ≤1.0 | ≤0.1 | ≤0.5 | Tunable fragrance strength |
AP-R95 | ≥95.0 | ≥88 | ≤1.0 | ≤0.2 | ≤0.8 | Long-lasting slow-release efficacy |
1. Mass-market personal care & household cleaner brands: Bio-based cost-performance pricing 18%–22% below foreign competitors aligns with Henkel and Unilever mass-market lines; purity fluctuation limited to ≤0.3% ensures consistent finished product quality across batches.
2. Agricultural insect repellent manufacturers: Slow-release grades deliver 72-hour efficacy versus 24 hours for standard alternatives at price points of USD 70–75/kg, matching tight agricultural budget constraints.
3. Potential limitations: Custom formulation orders require 15-day pre-confirmation of technical parameters; enzymatic workflows demand temperature-controlled summer transport, adding 5% to logistics expenses.
1. Natural LJ-98N: Yunnan citronella grass processed via supercritical CO₂ extraction (40 MPa, 50°C) → high-efficiency rectification (80 theoretical plates) → precision filtration, delivering a rounded sweet aroma optimized for premium personal care.
2. Synthetic LJ-98S: Citral high-pressure hydrogenation (Pd/C catalyst, 5 MPa, 120°C) followed by continuous rectification; 92.4% by-product recovery reduces manufacturing costs and stabilizes purity output.
3. Pharmaceutical-Grade LJ-998M: Synthetic crude feedstock → molecular distillation (0.1 Pa) → 0.22 μm sterile filtration → endotoxin removal; ≥99.8% purity with endotoxin levels <0.1 EU/mg meeting European and US pharmacopoeia standards.
1. Production scale: 500 tons annual natural capacity, 1,200 tons annual synthetic capacity, plus 200 tons dedicated pharmaceutical-grade capacity with year-round stable operation.
2. Raw material security: Natural feedstock sourced from self-operated 3,000 mu Yunnan citronella plantations; synthetic citral secured via long-term agreements with Zhejiang NHU. Dual production routes eliminate single feedstock supply risks.
3. Delivery lead times: 15–20 days for natural grades, 12–15 days for synthetic grades, 20–25 days for pharmaceutical variants; 99.5% on-time delivery rate over three years. A single brief natural feedstock shortage in 2025 was resolved within 3 days via synthetic grade supplementary shipments.
4. Full traceability infrastructure: End-to-end blockchain tracking spanning planting, raw material processing, manufacturing, QC and logistics; pharmaceutical-grade batches ship with full pharmacopoeia-compliant test reports.
表格
Grade | Purity (%) | Total Impurities (%) | Endotoxin (EU/mg) | Heavy Metals (ppm) | Microbial Status | Application Tier |
LJ-98N | ≥98.0 | ≤1.2 | N/A | ≤1.0 | Sterile | Premium personal care |
LJ-98S | ≥98.0 | ≤1.0 | N/A | ≤1.0 | Sterile | Mass-market personal care |
LJ-998M | ≥99.8 | ≤0.2 | <0.1 | ≤0.5 | Aseptic | Pharmaceutical grade |
1. Premium body care & Asia-Pacific beauty brands: Flexible mixed sourcing of natural (regionally tailored aroma) and cost-effective synthetic grades for L’Oréal and Shiseido Asia-Pacific lines; inter-batch aroma variation capped at ≤1.5%.
2. Pharmaceutical intermediate manufacturers: Pre-sterile, low-endotoxin pharmaceutical grades directly satisfy Merck and Lonza specifications, eliminating secondary purification steps and cutting R&D timelines by 30%.
3. Potential limitations: Limited dedicated pharmaceutical-grade capacity requires 45-day advance booking for bulk orders ≥30 tons; natural grades carry a 10%–15% price premium versus synthetic equivalents.
1. Industrial-Grade JY-95: Citral atmospheric hydrogenation (Ni/Al₂O₃ catalyst, 0.5 MPa, 100°C) followed by basic rectification (30 theoretical plates); simplified production workflows minimize energy expenditure and manufacturing costs.
2. Agricultural-Grade JY-90: Refined industrial crude blended with geraniol and citral (8:1:1 ratio) with emulsification stabilization treatment for long shelf life and uniform repellent efficacy.
3. Compound JY-B92: Citronellol base blended with 10% citral and 5% geraniol to deliver dual insect-repellent and fragrance functionality for mosquito repellents and aromatherapy products.
1. Production scale: 1,500 tons annual industrial-grade capacity, 1,000 tons annual agricultural-grade capacity; continuous full production with only 7 annual days of routine maintenance shutdown.
2. Raw material security: Spot-market citral procurement from domestic low-cost suppliers with no long-term fixed-price contracts to minimize feedstock overheads, insulated from extreme international raw material price swings.
3. Delivery lead times: 7–10 days for standard orders, 5-day expedited shipment for small batches (5 tons); 99.9% on-time delivery rate over three years with zero supply disruptions.
4. Inventory strategy: Permanent 4-month safety stock (~800 tons); strategic inventory building during price troughs stabilizes customer input costs during market price surges.
表格
Grade | Purity (%) | Blend Ratio | Moisture (%) | Acid Value (mgKOH/g) | Emulsification Stability | Primary Applications |
JY-95 | ≥95.0 | Unblended | ≤0.2 | ≤1.0 | Good | Household cleaners, low-end personal care, industrial deodorants |
JY-90 | ≥90.0 | 80% citronellol + 10% geraniol + 10% citral | ≤0.3 | ≤1.5 | Excellent | Agricultural insect repellents, feed preservatives |
JY-B92 | ≥92.0 | 85% citronellol + 10% citral + 5% geraniol | ≤0.2 | ≤1.2 | Good | Mosquito repellent formulations, aromatherapy |
1. Household cleaner & industrial chemical manufacturers: Industry-low pricing of USD 65–75/kg meets formulation purity requirements for laundry detergents, dish soap and industrial deodorants; ultra-fast delivery and volume discounts (8% price reduction for orders ≥100 tons) reduce total procurement expenditure.
2. Agricultural insect repellent producers: Optimized emulsification prevents layer separation post-dilution with water, delivering a 98% qualified repellent efficacy rate and 2-year stable shelf life to reduce client inventory waste.
3. Potential limitations: Slightly wider purity fluctuation band (±0.5%) renders grades unsuitable for premium finished goods; absence of natural/organic certification blocks market access to high-end European and American segments.
1. High-Purity HG-995S: Citral high-pressure hydrogenation (Ru/C catalyst, 8 MPa, 150°C) → precision rectification (100 theoretical plates) → deep impurity removal; ≥99.5% purity with cis-trans isomer ratio ≥92% for authentic fragrance profiles.
2. Optically Pure HG-998O: High-purity citronellol feedstock processed via chiral chromatography columns and simulated moving bed separation followed by crystallization purification; optical enantiomeric excess ee ≥98.5% delivers industry-leading chiral purity standards.
3. Eco-Friendly HG-E98: Integrated hydrogenation and zero-VOC rectification workflows eliminate waste gas emissions with zero heavy metal residuals, fully compliant with updated 2025 EU environmental regulations.
1. Production scale: 1,200 tons annual high-purity synthetic citronellol capacity, split 70% HG-995S, 20% optically pure grades, 10% eco-friendly variants; 97% annual operating uptime with high-purity production lines reserved exclusively for premium orders (no low-grade mixed production).
2. Raw material security: 5-year exclusive citral supply contracts with BASF locking in annual feedstock volumes of 2,000 tons with ≥99% pure input material to guarantee consistent end-product high purity.
3. Delivery lead times: 15–20 days for high-purity standard grades, 25–30 days for optically pure variants, 15–20 days for eco-friendly grades; 99.3% on-time delivery rate over three years with a single 5-day delay for optically pure orders during 2024 production technology upgrades.
4. Rigorous quality control: Full GC-MS spectrum testing per production batch for precise isomer and impurity profiling; optically pure shipments include dedicated chiral purity test reports for every batch.
表格
Grade | Purity (%) | Optical ee Purity (%) | Cis Isomer Ratio (%) | Heavy Metals (ppm) | VOC Emissions | Product Tier |
HG-995S | ≥99.5 | N/A | ≥92 | ≤0.5 | Regulatory Compliant | Premium synthetic grade |
HG-998O | ≥99.8 | ≥98.5 | ≥95 | ≤0.5 | Regulatory Compliant | Optically pure chiral grade |
HG-E98 | ≥98.0 | N/A | ≥90 | 0 | Zero Emissions | Eco-friendly regulatory grade |
1. Luxury perfume & eco-friendly personal care brands: High-purity fragrance quality matches BASF and Takasago benchmarks at 15%–20% lower price points; zero-VOC heavy-metal-free eco grades eliminate EU environmental compliance risks post-2025 regulatory rollout.
2. High-end flavor & pharmaceutical manufacturers: 98.5% chiral optical purity meets stringent specifications for Firmenich, Symrise luxury fragrances and chiral pharmaceutical intermediates, breaking foreign multinational monopolies on high-end chiral citronellol supply.
3. Potential limitations: 10%–15% price premium over standard synthetic citronellol; limited optically pure capacity requires 60-day advance booking for bulk orders ≥20 tons.
表格
Brand | Core Manufacturing Workflow | Supply Reliability (On-Time Delivery Rate) | Standout Performance Metrics | Best Suited Downstream Buyers | Price Range (USD/kg) |
Guangzhou Baihua Flavors & Fragrances | Natural rectification + supercritical CO₂ extraction | 99.7% | Low sensitization (impurities ≤0.15%), full natural certification portfolio | Luxury perfumes, infant care, food flavorings | 95–130 |
Jiangsu Aipu Flavors | Enzymatic biocatalysis + continuous flow reaction | 99.9% | Bio-based low-carbon manufacturing, fully customizable isomer profiles | Mass-market personal care, household cleaners, agricultural repellents | 75–90 |
Zhejiang Lujing Flavors | Natural supercritical extraction + synthetic high-pressure hydrogenation | 99.5% | Dual natural/synthetic production lines, sterile pharmaceutical-grade high purity | Premium body care, pharmaceutical intermediates, Asia-Pacific beauty brands | 85–110 |
Shandong Jinyuan Flavors | Industrial atmospheric hydrogenation + custom agricultural blending | 99.9% | Lowest market price, ultra-fast delivery, oversized safety inventory | Household cleaners, agricultural insect repellents, mosquito control goods | 65–80 |
Jiangxi Huagan Flavors | High-pressure high-purity hydrogenation + chiral separation | 99.3% | Industry-leading optical chiral purity, zero-VOC eco-compliant formulations | Luxury perfumes, eco-friendly personal care, pharmaceutical intermediates | 85–105 |
If you require objective, detailed profiles of multiple Chinese citronellol manufacturers, please contact HiSiaddi customer service.
As a new-type foreign trade service provider driven by both technological transformation and foreign trade services, HiSiaddi has established a "1+2+3+4=1" service system and can supply raw materials from many well-known original manufacturers for Citronellol. As a research and development-focused foreign trade enterprise, HiSiaddi will analyze key purchasing considerations and critical indicators from a professional perspective to ease buyers’ sourcing concerns.
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There are two production routes:
1. Natural route: Citronellol separated via precision vacuum rectification of citronella oil;
2. Synthetic route: Fully synthetic production through selective hydrogenation of geraniol.
Grades are classified by multi-stage high-vacuum fractional rectification:
1. Natural Food Grade: Produced via multi-cut rectification with low terpene impurities, delivering natural, mellow aroma. Suitable for high-end food flavors and luxury perfumes;
2. Synthetic Food Grade: Deeply stripped of light and heavy fractions, compliant with FCC/JECFA standards. Widely used in conventional food and personal care fragrance bases;
3. Industrial Crude Distillate Grade: High residual light and heavy fractions with greasy terpene off-notes. Limited to low-end daily chemicals and chemical intermediates.
Fluctuations in rectification temperature and vacuum pressure alter component ratios and distort fragrance profiles. Food-grade raw materials must not be blended with crude distillates; priority shall be given to manufacturers with continuous closed negative-pressure rectification mass production lines.
Citronellol is a year-round staple for food, personal care and fine chemical industries with mild seasonal demand swings. Full-container long-term price-lock contracts, consolidated container sampling, and split delivery are all available. Natural raw materials are subject to seasonal citronella harvesting cycles, while synthetic routes rely on petrochemical stockpiles for more stable supply.
As a liquid prone to oxidation-induced acid value rise and discoloration upon air exposure, storage management mandates cool, sealed storage tanks maintained at ≤25°C away from light; warehouse conditions form part of supplier site audits.
· Food flavors: FDA GRAS, FCC, JECFA, EU Regulation 1334 food flavor list;
· Personal care raw materials: IFRA compliance, REACH registration & filing;
· Optional supplementary certifications: Halal, Kosher.
Manufacturers shall hold flavor production qualifications, ISO22000 and GMP certificates, with rectification workshops meeting food-grade cleanliness standards. All certificates are verifiable via official overseas authorities to avoid customs detention.
1. Price gaps across grades: Natural Food Grade > Synthetic Food Grade > Industrial Daily Chemical Grade; primary component content directly determines unit purchase price;
2. Liquid bulk drum shipments incur varying ocean freight, tariff and inspection surcharges across departure ports;
3. Poor packaging seal leads to oxidative losses during long-distance ocean transit, with hidden losses factored into total landed cost. Cost-effectiveness shall be calculated combining minimum order quantity, payment credit terms and sample fees.
High-end perfumes and premium beverages adopt high-purity natural grades; conventional candies and personal care products use refined synthetic grades; chemical synthesis intermediates adopt economical industrial grades.
Custom grades with specified content and low terpene impurity profiles are available on demand. Supplementary services include recommended dosage levels, rose fragrance compounding formulas, and antioxidant storage guidance with fast sample delivery cycles. Domestic dual-process simultaneous mass production delivers superior customization support compared to small overseas chemical plants.
Multilingual business support covering grade selection, order scheduling and post-delivery quality inspection. Customized issuance of certificates of origin, sanitary certificates, batch-specific Certificates of Analysis (CoA), IFRA/FCC compliance documents. Support for third-party port sampling inspections overseas and after-sales handling of quality deviations, with flexible split shipment options.
· Natural Food Grade ≥98.0%;
· Synthetic Food Grade ≥95.0%;
· Industrial Grade ≥90.0%.
Stringent control over geraniol, linalool and non-target terpene impurity ratios; compositional imbalance directly distorts floral fragrance profiles.
1. Relative density & refractive index (20°C): Statutory flavor identification parameters; deviations from standard ranges indicate solvent adulteration or excessive impurities;
2. Acid value: Food grade ≤1.0 mgKOH/g. Elevated acid value signals organic acid formation via oxidation and rancid fragrance deterioration;
3. Moisture: Food grade ≤0.1%; moisture accelerates oxidation and discoloration. Flash point serves as a transportation and storage safety control parameter.
Food raw materials require testing for total aerobic bacteria, mold, yeast and Escherichia coli. Infant formula raw materials add Salmonella and Staphylococcus aureus testing with zero detection of pathogenic bacteria; independent microbial test reports issued per batch.
Lead, arsenic, mercury, cadmium and copper are controlled per FCC and EU limit standards. Distillation solvent residues and light terpene impurities are frequently inspected by US and EU customs; plasticizers and other exogenous contaminants are screened as required.
Qualified product: Colorless to pale yellow transparent oily liquid with no turbidity, sediment or suspended matter. Pure sweet rose floral aroma with soft citrus undertones; free of greasy terpene, solvent or rancid off-notes. Discoloration, turbidity or sour odor indicates unqualified oxidized product.
1. Thermal stability: Resists extensive decomposition and fragrance loss under flavor heating blending and spray-drying conditions;
2. Acid-base stability: Resists decomposition and off-odor formation in acidic beverage and soap-based personal care systems;
3. Storage stability: Minimal acid value rise and discoloration during long-term sealed, light-shielded storage.
Packaged in 25kg / 200kg anti-corrosion internally coated iron drums or food-grade HDPE sealed drums to isolate air. Outer packaging labels state content, natural/synthetic classification, batch number, storage conditions and applicable standards. Store fully shielded from light and cool at all times, away from high-temperature heat sources, strong acids, strong alkalis and oxidizing materials.
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