Neral vs. Nerol — What's the Difference?

An oily liquid aldehyde, C10H16O, having a strong lemon odor, that is the minor constituent of naturally derived citral, used in perfumes and flavorings.

Nerol is a monoterpenoid alcohol found in many essential oils such as lemongrass and hops. It was originally isolated from neroli oil, hence its name.

(organic compound) citral

A fragrant colorless liquid alcohol, C10H18O, derived chiefly from orange blossoms and used in perfumery and flavorings.

(organic compound) The monoterpene alcohol (Z)-3,7-dimethyl-2,6-octadien-1-ol, found in many essential oils.