Description

3,5-Dimethylhexanal is a branched-chain aliphatic aldehyde with a distinctive, powerful odor profile. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and fragrance ingredient, prized for its ability to impart green, citrus, and woody nuances to complex scent formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the flavors and fragrances, agrochemical, and specialty chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Key intermediate for synthesizing aroma chemicals with green, citrus, or woody notes.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for the production of certain pesticides and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile intermediate in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, plasticizers, and other fine chemicals.
• Perfumery Compounds: Used in the creation of specialty perfume bases and fragrance accords.
• Chemical Research: Reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dimethylhexanal
CAS No.	19796-88-4
Molecular Formula	C8H16O
Molecular Weight	128.21 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dimethylhexanal; 3,5-Dimethylhexanaldehyde; Hexanal, 3,5-dimethyl-; 3,5-Dimethylcaproaldehyde; 3,5-Dimethylhexane-1-al; 19796-88-4 (CAS); Aldehyde C8, 3,5-dimethyl-
EINECS	243-324-8

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dimethylhexanal is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including GC, IR, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its nature as an aldehyde that is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere), it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, 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)	0.815 - 0.825

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