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Is Neral vegan?

Neral

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Neral is the Z-isomer of citral, an acyclic monoterpene aldehyde found together with geranial in citrus and other essential oils, and is also produced synthetically. It contributes a lemon-like scent and is used as a fragrance ingredient.

Also known as (Z)-3,7-Dimethylocta-2,6-dienal, (Z)-Citral, Citral B
INCI name Neral
CAS number 106-26-3
EC number 203-379-2
CosIng ID 41460
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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