Description

2-Heptynal Diethyl Acetal is a specialized acetal-protected alkyne aldehyde derivative, serving as a versatile and reactive synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular architecture, featuring both an acetal-protected carbonyl and a terminal alkyne, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with precise stereochemistry and functional group diversity. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for applications such as the synthesis of novel active ingredients, natural product analogs, and advanced material precursors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those requiring alkyne or masked aldehyde functionalities for further derivatization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its reactive groups allow for the creation of diverse molecular scaffolds.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, flavors, fragrances, and advanced material precursors requiring specific acetal and alkyne chemistry.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Serves as a critical reagent in methodological development, catalysis studies, and the total synthesis of natural products.
• Material Science: Potential use in the development of polymers and functional materials where the alkyne group can participate in click chemistry reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Heptynal Diethyl Acetal
CAS No.	18232-30-9
Molecular Formula	C11H20O2
Molecular Weight	184.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Diethoxyhept-2-yne; Diethyl (2-Heptynylidene) Bis(orthoformate); Hept-2-ynal Diethyl Acetal; 2-Heptynal Diethyl Acetal; 2-Heptyn-1-al Diethyl Acetal; 1,1-Diethoxy-2-heptyne
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Heptynal Diethyl Acetal is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical research and production processes. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity (by GC or HPLC), identity (by IR and/or NMR), and impurity profiles. Our commitment to quality assurance ensures the material meets the high standards required for synthetic applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The compound may be sensitive to moisture and strong acids; keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

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

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