Description

Fema 3661 CAS NO 1786-08-9 is a high-purity flavor and fragrance compound, specifically 2,6-Dimethyl-5-heptenal, known for its powerful, fresh, green, and melon-like aroma. This compound is essential for creating sophisticated and natural-smelling flavor and fragrance profiles in a wide range of consumer products. It is a critical ingredient for flavorists and perfumers in the food, beverage, and personal care industries seeking to enhance product appeal and marketability.

Application

• Flavor Formulations: Used as a key flavoring agent to impart fresh, green, and melon notes in beverages, confectionery, dairy products, and savory applications.
• Fragrance Creation: Serves as a top or middle note in fine perfumes, colognes, and personal care products like soaps, shampoos, and lotions for its diffusive green character.
• Functional Fragrances: Incorporated into household and industrial products such as detergents, fabric softeners, and air fresheners to provide a pleasant, clean scent.
• Aroma Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a valuable intermediate or building block in the synthesis of more complex fragrance molecules.
• Food Grade Flavorings: Employed in compliant food-grade flavor systems where a natural, fruity-green profile is desired.

Basic Information

Product Name	Fema 3661
CAS No.	1786-08-9
Molecular Formula	C9H16O
Molecular Weight	140.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethyl-5-heptenal; Melonal; 2,6-Dimethylhept-5-enal; FEMA 3661; 5-Heptenal, 2,6-dimethyl-; (E)-2,6-Dimethyl-5-heptenal; 2,6-Dimethyl-2,5-heptadienal (related isomers)
EINECS	217-244-9

Quality Control

Our Fema 3661 is produced and tested to meet the stringent requirements of the flavor and fragrance industry. Quality is assured through rigorous analytical testing, including GC and organoleptic evaluation, to ensure consistent purity, identity, and olfactory profile. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, specific gravity, refractive index, and organoleptic properties is provided with every batch to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.845 - 0.855
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Odor	Characteristic strong, green, melon-like

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