Description

(E,E,E)-2,6,10-Trimethyldodeca-2,6,9,11-Tetraen-1-Al CAS NO 17909-77-2 is a high-purity, conjugated tetraenal compound characterized by its distinct molecular structure. This specialty chemical serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, prized for its reactivity and defined stereochemistry. It is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries seeking to create complex molecules with specific functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules, retinoids, and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specific terpenoid-based aroma compounds and flavorants.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for novel polymers and organic electronic materials due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent in organic chemistry for Diels-Alder reactions, conjugate additions, and other carbon-carbon bond forming transformations.
• Vitamin A & Retinoid Analog Synthesis: Critical intermediate in the synthetic pathways for compounds related to vitamin A and its derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E,E,E)-2,6,10-Trimethyldodeca-2,6,9,11-Tetraen-1-Al
CAS No.	17909-77-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₂O
Molecular Weight	218.33 g/mol
Synonyms	(2E,6E,10E)-2,6,10-Trimethyldodeca-2,6,9,11-tetraenal; 2,6,10-Trimethyl-2,6,9,11-dodecatetraenal; (all-E)-2,6,10-Trimethyldodeca-2,6,9,11-tetraen-1-al; Geranylfarnesal; Pseudoionone aldehyde; Apo-12'-violaxanthal precursor.
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Quality Control

Our (E,E,E)-2,6,10-Trimethyldodeca-2,6,9,11-Tetraen-1-Al is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and we support compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks for research and industrial use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C or as specified on the label or COA. This product is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air, moisture, or light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, yellow to amber liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Isomeric Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 90.0% (all-E isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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