Description

trans-2-Hexenal Dimethyl Acetal is a high-purity specialty chemical used as a key flavor and fragrance intermediate. This compound is valued for its ability to impart fresh, green, and fruity notes, making it essential for creating sophisticated organoleptic profiles. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, food and beverage, and fine chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulation: A crucial building block for synthesizing and enhancing green, apple-like, and leafy aroma profiles in perfumes, cosmetics, and air fresheners.
• Food & Beverage Flavoring: Used to create natural-tasting fruit flavors, particularly for apple, pear, and tropical fruit applications in beverages, confectionery, and dairy products.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a protected aldehyde intermediate in multi-step organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Aroma Chemicals Production: Acts as a precursor in the manufacturing of other complex aroma chemicals and esters.
• Research & Development: Utilized in analytical laboratories and R&D centers as a reference standard and for developing new flavor systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-2-Hexenal Dimethyl Acetal
CAS No.	18318-83-7
Molecular Formula	C8H16O2
Molecular Weight	144.21 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-2-Hexenal Dimethyl Acetal; (E)-2-Hexen-1-al Dimethyl Acetal; trans-2-Hexen-1-al Dimethyl Acetal; Leaf Aldehyde Dimethyl Acetal; 1,1-Dimethoxy-2-hexene; 2-Hexenal Dimethyl Acetal; FEMA 2562
EINECS	242-202-5

Quality Control

Our trans-2-Hexenal Dimethyl Acetal is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for flavor, fragrance, and synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	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)	0.850 - 0.870

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