Description

Hexanal Dimethyl Acetal is a versatile acetal compound, valued for its role as a protected aldehyde intermediate and as a source of green, leafy, and fruity aroma notes. Its chemical stability under basic conditions makes it a crucial building block in organic synthesis for the production of fragrances, flavors, and specialty chemicals. This product is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: Used as a key aroma chemical imparting fresh, green, and apple-like notes in perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a protected form of hexanal (aldehyde) in multi-step synthesis, particularly useful in Grignard reactions and nucleophilic additions under basic conditions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of more complex molecules for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor in the manufacturing of certain pesticides and plant growth regulators.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development and novel compound creation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexanal Dimethyl Acetal
CAS No.	1599-47-9
Molecular Formula	C8H18O2
Molecular Weight	146.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexanal Dimethyl Acetal; 1,1-Dimethoxyhexane; Hexanaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal; n-Hexanal Dimethyl Acetal; Caproaldehyde Dimethyl Acetal; Dimethyl Hexyl Acetal; FEMA 4029; Aldehyde C-6 Dimethyl Acetal
EINECS	216-485-9

Quality Control

Our Hexanal Dimethyl Acetal is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Infrared Spectroscopy (IR), to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.405 - 1.415
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.840 - 0.860

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