Description

2-Methylheptan-1-Al is a branched-chain aliphatic aldehyde with the CAS number 16630-91-4. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in organic synthesis, valued for its specific carbon chain length and reactive aldehyde group. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and specialty chemical industries for the production of high-value derivatives.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of aroma chemicals and perfumery compounds, contributing to green, fatty, or waxy olfactory notes.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a crucial building block for producing more complex molecules, including alcohols, acids, and amines via reduction, oxidation, or reductive amination reactions.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of plasticizers, lubricant additives, and other functional materials where a specific C8 branched structure is required.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or starting material in pharmaceutical and agrochemical R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylheptan-1-Al
CAS No.	16630-91-4
Molecular Formula	C8H16O
Molecular Weight	128.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylheptanal; 2-Methyl-1-heptanal; 2-Methylheptaldehyde; Isooctanal; 2-Methyl enanthaldehyde; 2-Methylheptyl aldehyde; α-Methylheptanal
EINECS	240-683-9

Quality Control

Our 2-Methylheptan-1-Al is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay and impurities are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Due to its property of being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.415 - 1.425
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.815 - 0.825

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