Description

(Z)-4-Nonenal is a high-purity, unsaturated aliphatic aldehyde characterized by its distinct fatty, waxy, and cucumber-like odor. This compound is a key flavor and fragrance intermediate prized for its ability to impart green, melon, and fatty nuances to complex scent and taste profiles. It is essential for R&D and production in the flavor & fragrance, food technology, and fine chemical synthesis industries, where precise organoleptic properties are critical.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulation: A crucial building block for creating and enhancing green, melon, cucumber, and fatty notes in perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care products.
• Food Flavoring: Used as a synthetic flavoring agent to replicate or boost natural flavors in beverages, confectionery, and savory food products.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of more complex aroma chemicals and pharmaceutical precursors.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying olfactory receptors, flavor chemistry, and the synthesis of novel organic compounds.
• Standards & Reference Materials: Supplied as a certified reference standard for analytical testing, quality control, and regulatory compliance in flavor and fragrance analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-4-Nonenal
CAS No.	2277-15-8
Molecular Formula	C9H16O
Molecular Weight	140.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-4-Nonenal; (4Z)-4-Nonenal; cis-4-Nonenal; 4-Nonenal, (4Z)-; 4-cis-Nonenal; Non-4(Z)-enal; FEMA 3580; (Z)-Non-4-enal
EINECS	218-898-9

Quality Control

Our (Z)-4-Nonenal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, IR, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing exact specifications are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, minimize headspace and avoid prolonged exposure to air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Odor	Characteristic fatty, waxy, cucumber-like
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.845 - 0.855

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