Description

4-Hydroxy Hexenal is a versatile aldehyde derivative with a reactive hydroxyl group, making it a valuable intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional nature allows for selective chemical transformations, which is critical for producing high-value specialty compounds. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries seeking to develop novel molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced crop protection agents and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Acts as a precursor for creating specific aldehydic and fruity notes in perfumery and flavor compositions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Functions as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial research for oxidation reactions, chain extensions, and the formation of heterocyclic compounds.
• Chemical Research: Utilized as a standard or model compound in analytical method development and metabolic studies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-Hydroxy Hexenal
CAS No.	17427-21-3
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₀O₂
Molecular Weight	114.14 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxyhexanal; 4-Hydroxycaproaldehyde; Hexanal, 4-hydroxy-; 4-Hydroxy-hexanal; 4-Hydroxyhexanaldehyde; 4-Oxohexanal (tautomer); 4-Hydroxy-1-hexanal
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Hydroxy Hexenal is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and purity for your critical applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its property of being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 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.