Safranal | 116-26-7

Description :

Overview of Safranal

Safranal is a colorless to yellowish liquid known for its warm, spicy, and hay-like aroma. It is one of the key compounds responsible for the characteristic scent of saffron.

Chemically named 2,6,6-Trimethyl-1,3-cyclohexadiene-1-carboxaldehyde, Safranal is used across the flavor, fragrance, and pharmaceutical industries.

It can be produced synthetically or obtained from natural saffron stigmas.
Safranal’s aroma is rich, slightly woody, and warmly spiced, adding depth, complexity, and long-lasting warmth to both fragrance and flavor formulations.

Applications of Safranal

Fragrance & Perfumery Applications

Safranal has a wide variety of uses within the contexts of oriental, woody, and amber fragrances. It adds a warm, spicy-sweet, and leathery twist that rounds out perfume and luxury cosmetics. It has a tasty combination with musk, cedarwood, and floral blends, while it contributes complexity and longevity to delicate fragrance and functional scents. Consider other ingredients like Rosalva and Linalyl Formate to accent the aroma profile.

Flavor & Food Applications

In the flavor industry, Safranal is used to replicate the aroma of natural saffron in culinary, confectionery, and beverage products. It provides a spicy, herbal, and slightly earthy flavor tone that enhances savory dishes, desserts, and herbal teas. You may also like Ethyl Isovalerate and Pentanoic Acid.

Pharmaceutical and Medicinal Applications

Safranal has antioxidant, anticonvulsant, and antidepressant properties, rendering it useful in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical formulations. There is some interest around its potential for mitigating stress and possibly regulating mood and neuroprotection, particularly from saffron extracts. Additional examples of pharmaceutical intermediates include Disodium Succinate and Ethyl Oleate.

Cosmetic & Personal Care Applications

Safranal is used in skincare and body care formulations for its pleasant aroma and natural antioxidant properties. It provides warmth and sophistication in lotions, creams, and body sprays, especially in luxury product lines. Check related cosmetic ingredients such as Octyl Palmitate and Fenchyl Alcohol.

Safety & Handling Guidelines

• Always wear protective gloves, goggles, and laboratory attire while handling.

• Avoid inhalation or direct contact with concentrated Safranal.

• Handle in a well-ventilated area or under a chemical fume hood.

• Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, and dark location, away from light and oxidizing agents.

• Dispose of waste in accordance with local environmental and safety regulations.
  
  

Where to Buy Safranal?

Safranal Manufacturer from India:

ChemicalBull produces Safranal of the highest quality with applications in flavor, fragrance, and the pharmaceutical sector. Every production lot is tested to ensure quality and give you the best aroma and aroma stability.

Safranal Distributor &  Supplier

We offer Safranal in bulk and customized packaging and make sure to deliver on time with the required technical support and the right global quality mark.

Safranal MSDS

Request the official Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for detailed information about handling, toxicity, and storage of Safranal from ChemicalBull.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where can I buy Safranal?

   You can buy high-quality Safranal directly from ChemicalBull, a trusted manufacturer and supplier of natural aroma and flavor compounds in India.
   
   

2. Is Safranal safe to use?

   Yes, Safranal is safe when handled according to standard safety practices and used within recommended concentrations in fragrance and flavor formulations.
   
   

3. What is a synonym for Safranal?

   Common synonyms include 2,6,6-Trimethyl-1,3-cyclohexadiene-1-carboxaldehyde, Saffron Aldehyde, and β-Cyclocitral Formyl Derivative.
   
   

4. What does Safranal smell like?

   Safranal has a warm, spicy, hay-like aroma with sweet, leathery, and woody nuances, closely resembling the scent of natural saffron.