Description

(E)-6-Decenal is a high-purity, unsaturated aliphatic aldehyde with a characteristic green, fatty, and waxy odor profile. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and fragrance ingredient, prized for its ability to impart fresh, natural nuances to complex scent formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the flavors and fragrances, cosmetic, and specialty chemical synthesis industries seeking to enhance product olfactory characteristics.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Used as a key component in perfumery for creating green, citrusy, and melon-like top notes in fine fragrances, personal care products, and air fresheners.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Incorporated into lotions, creams, and soaps to provide a fresh, natural scent character.
• Aroma Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of more complex aroma molecules and other fine chemicals.
• Food Flavoring Agent: Employed in trace amounts to replicate or enhance natural fruit and vegetable flavors in processed foods and beverages.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or building block in organic chemistry research and the development of new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-6-Decenal
CAS No.	147159-48-6
Molecular Formula	C10H18O
Molecular Weight	154.25 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Decenal, (E)-; (E)-6-Decen-1-al; trans-6-Decenal; (E)-Dec-6-enal; 6-Decen-1-al, (6E)-; FEMA 3911; Leaf aldehyde (isomer); cis-6-Decenal (isomer)
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Quality Control

Our (E)-6-Decenal is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as assay, isomeric purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with industry standards relevant to fragrance and flavor applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
(E)-Isomer Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.840 - 0.860

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