Description

Tiglic Aldehyde is a versatile, naturally occurring α,β-unsaturated aldehyde with a characteristic pungent odor. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate and building block in the synthesis of fine chemicals, flavors, and fragrances. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking to create complex molecular structures.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various esters and compounds that impart fruity, spicy, or nutty notes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of certain pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a valuable Michael acceptor and dienophile in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for developing new synthetic methodologies and novel compounds.
• Specialty Chemicals: A precursor for manufacturing specialty polymers, resins, and performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tiglic Aldehyde
CAS No.	1115-11-3
Molecular Formula	C5H8O
Molecular Weight	84.12 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-2-Methyl-2-butenal; trans-2-Methyl-2-butenal; Tiglic aldehyde; 2-Methylcrotonaldehyde; Crotonaldehyde, 2-methyl-; Tiglinic aldehyde; 2-Butenal, 2-methyl-, (2E)-; 2-Methyl-2-butenal (E)-
EINECS	214-231-3

Quality Control

Our Tiglic Aldehyde is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC and HPLC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and highly volatile, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.446 - 1.450
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.870 - 0.880

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