Description

6-Hydroxyhexa-2,4-Dienal is a versatile, unsaturated hydroxyaldehyde that serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique conjugated diene-aldehyde structure makes it a critical precursor for synthesizing complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals, flavors, and fragrances. This compound is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking to create novel compounds with specific functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Flavor & Fragrance Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the creation of specific aldehydic and fruity notes in high-value aroma chemicals.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as an intermediate in the development of novel pesticides and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in Diels-Alder reactions and other cycloadditions to construct complex carbon skeletons.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research in synthetic methodology and natural product synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Hydroxyhexa-2,4-Dienal
CAS No.	141812-70-6
Molecular Formula	C6H8O2
Molecular Weight	112.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Hexadienal, 6-hydroxy-; (2E,4E)-6-Hydroxyhexa-2,4-dienal; 6-Hydroxy-2,4-hexadienal; 6-Hydroxy-sorbic aldehyde; 6-Hydroxyhexadienal; 6-Hydroxy-2,4-hexadien-1-al; Unsaturated hydroxy aldehyde C6
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Quality Control

Our 6-Hydroxyhexa-2,4-Dienal is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality system is designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for reliable supply to regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This product is easily oxidized and light-sensitive. Allow the container to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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