Description

2-Heptynal is a versatile seven-carbon alkyne aldehyde, a key building block in organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a terminal alkyne and an aldehyde functional group, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial synthon for the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those requiring alkyne or aldehyde functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its reactive groups allow for the creation of targeted bioactive compounds.
• Fragrance & Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specific aroma chemicals and flavoring agents due to its reactive aldehyde moiety.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced polymers and functional materials, utilizing its alkyne group for click chemistry and other coupling reactions.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: A fundamental building block for constructing larger, more complex organic molecules in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Heptynal
CAS No.	1846-67-9
Molecular Formula	C7H10O
Molecular Weight	110.15 g/mol
Synonyms	Hept-2-ynal; 2-Heptyn-1-al; 1-Formyl-1-hexyne; 1-Hexyne-1-carboxaldehyde
EINECS	217-424-3

Quality Control

Our 2-Heptynal is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the rigorous demands of research and industrial synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, well-ventilated place. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, minimize exposure to air and elevated temperatures. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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