Description

Isovaleraldehyde Diethyl Acetal (1,1-Diethoxy-3-Methylbutane) is a clear, colorless liquid acetal derivative valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate and flavor/fragrance component. This compound is crucial for its ability to act as a protected form of isovaleraldehyde, offering enhanced stability and controlled reactivity in sensitive chemical processes. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used as a building block for creating fruity, nutty, or green aroma notes in perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key protected aldehyde precursor in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Grignard reactions, nucleophilic additions, and other transformations where a masked carbonyl group is required.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Acts as an intermediate for manufacturing agrochemicals, dyes, and other high-value fine chemicals.
• Solvent and Reaction Medium: Can be utilized as a specialty solvent for specific organic reactions due to its ether-like properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isovaleraldehyde Diethyl Acetal
CAS No.	3842-03-3
Molecular Formula	C9H20O2
Molecular Weight	160.25 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Diethoxy-3-methylbutane; 3-Methylbutyraldehyde Diethyl Acetal; Isoamylaldehyde Diethyl Acetal; Isopentanal Diethyl Acetal; Isovaleraldehyde Diethyl Acetal; Diethyl Isovaleral Acetal; NSC 8849
EINECS	223-341-8

Quality Control

Our Isovaleraldehyde Diethyl Acetal is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. The product is moisture-sensitive; keep container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.400 - 1.404
Density (g/mL at 20°C)	0.825 - 0.835
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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