Description

Hexanal CAS NO 1219803-74-3 is a versatile aliphatic aldehyde, also known as caproaldehyde, valued for its characteristic green, grassy odor and its role as a key intermediate in organic synthesis. Its primary commercial significance lies in its use as a flavor and fragrance ingredient and as a crucial building block for producing other chemicals, including plasticizers, resins, and pharmaceuticals. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking a reliable, high-purity intermediate.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Used as a key component to impart fresh, green, and fruity notes in perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a fundamental building block for the production of hexanoic acid, alcohols, and other derivatives.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Utilized in the synthesis of certain pesticides and herbicides.
• Polymer and Resin Production: Acts as a precursor in the manufacture of plasticizers, stabilizers, and synthetic resins.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of specific active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research and Development: Used in laboratories as a standard or reagent for organic chemistry research and analytical testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexanal
CAS No.	1219803-74-3
Molecular Formula	C6H12O
Molecular Weight	100.16 g/mol
Synonyms	Caproaldehyde; n-Hexanal; Aldehyde C6; Hexyl Aldehyde; n-Caproaldehyde; 1-Hexanal; Hexanaldehyde; n-Hexyl Aldehyde
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Quality Control

Our Hexanal is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for our global B2B clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong reducing agents. Due to its nature of being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term stability. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.403 - 1.407
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.813 - 0.818

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