Description

2,2,5-Trimethylhex-4-Enal is a branched-chain unsaturated aldehyde with a distinctive, powerful odor profile. This compound matters as a versatile intermediate and fragrance ingredient, valued for its ability to impart green, fruity, and citrus-like notes in complex formulations. Industries that need it include fragrance and flavor manufacturing, where it serves as a key building block, as well as organic synthesis for producing more complex molecules.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: A key component in the creation of fine perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care products for its green, citrus, and fruity olfactory characteristics.
• Flavoring Agent: Used to enhance or create specific fruity and fresh flavor notes in food and beverage applications.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of more complex pharmaceutical intermediates, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals.
• Aroma Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of other aroma chemicals through reactions such as hydrogenation, oxidation, or condensation.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D settings for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,5-Trimethylhex-4-Enal
CAS No.	1000-30-2
Molecular Formula	C9H16O
Molecular Weight	140.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2,5-Trimethyl-4-hexenal; 4-Hexenal, 2,2,5-trimethyl-; 2,2,5-Trimethylhex-4-enal; (E)-2,2,5-Trimethylhex-4-enal; (Z)-2,2,5-Trimethylhex-4-enal; Isobutylidene isovaleraldehyde; 3-Formyl-2,2,5-trimethylhexene
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Quality Control

Our 2,2,5-Trimethylhex-4-Enal is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing including GC, IR, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maximize stability and shelf life. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (GC Area %)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.840 - 0.860
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.450

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.