Description

3-Methyl-1-Pentanal is a versatile aliphatic aldehyde with a branched-chain structure, offering unique reactivity for fine chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key chiral building block and intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific stereochemistry. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries seeking to develop advanced active ingredients and specialty aroma chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs requiring specific stereochemical configurations.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where its branched structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a building block for creating novel, complex aroma molecules used in high-end perfumery and flavor compositions.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various organic reactions, including aldol condensations, Grignard reactions, and reductive amination, to introduce the 3-methylpentyl moiety.
• Polymer Modification: Functions as a modifier or cross-linking agent in specialty polymer formulations to alter physical properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in chemical R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-1-Pentanal
CAS No.	15877-57-3
Molecular Formula	C6H12O
Molecular Weight	100.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylpentanal; 3-Methylvaleraldehyde; 3-Methylpentanaldehyde; β-Methylvaleraldehyde; 3-Methyl-n-valeraldehyde; 3-Methylpentane-1-al; 3-Methyl-1-pentanal (IUPAC); 3-Methylvaleric aldehyde
EINECS	240-024-8

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-1-Pentanal is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, the container should be kept tightly sealed and at a stable temperature (recommended 2-8°C for long-term storage). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.405 - 1.415
Density (20°C)	0.815 - 0.825 g/mL

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