Description

Heptanalglycerylacetal is a high-purity specialty chemical used as a flavor and fragrance intermediate. This compound is valued for its ability to impart green, fatty, and aldehydic notes, making it a versatile building block in sophisticated aroma formulations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, food, and cosmetic industries for creating complex organoleptic profiles.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key intermediate for synthesizing aroma chemicals with green, waxy, and fatty nuances.
• Food Flavorings: Used in the creation of complex flavor profiles for dairy, meat, and nut flavor applications.
• Perfumery: Serves as a building block for fragrance compounds, contributing to fresh and aldehydic top notes.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Employed in the formulation of scented personal care products like lotions and soaps.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a protected aldehyde group in multi-step organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Functional Fluids & Additives: Potential use as an intermediate for specialty lubricants and polymer additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Heptanalglycerylacetal
CAS No.	18445-08-4
Molecular Formula	C10H20O3
Molecular Weight	188.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dioxolane-4-methanol, 2-heptyl-; 2-Heptyl-1,3-dioxolane-4-methanol; Heptanal, cyclic acetal with glycerol; Glycerol heptanal acetal; Heptanal glycerol acetal; Heptanal glyceryl acetal; 2-Heptyl-4-hydroxymethyl-1,3-dioxolane; Heptanal 1,2-glycerol acetal
EINECS	242-321-8

Quality Control

Our Heptanalglycerylacetal is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with industry best practices for flavor and fragrance ingredients.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.970 - 0.990

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