Description

trans-2-Decenal is a high-purity, unsaturated aldehyde widely recognized for its distinctive fatty, citrus-like, and waxy odor profile. This compound is a key flavor and fragrance intermediate valued for its ability to impart authentic, natural character to complex formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, food and beverage, and cosmetic industries seeking to create sophisticated sensory experiences. Our supply is characterized by consistent quality and reliable global availability.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A crucial building block for creating and enhancing flavors such as citrus, orange, mandarin, and fatty notes, as well as fragrances in perfumes, soaps, and detergents.
• Food & Beverage: Used as a flavoring agent to impart or boost natural-tasting citrus and waxy nuances in beverages, confectionery, and dairy products.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated as a fragrance component in lotions, creams, shampoos, and other personal care items for its fresh, aldehydic character.
• Aroma Chemicals Synthesis: Serves as a valuable intermediate or starting material in the organic synthesis of more complex aroma chemicals and specialty compounds.
• Research & Development: Utilized in analytical laboratories as a reference standard and in R&D for studying flavor chemistry and developing new sensory profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-2-Decenal
CAS No.	3913-81-3
Molecular Formula	C10H18O
Molecular Weight	154.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-2-Decenal; trans-Dec-2-enal; 2-trans-Decenal; (E)-Dec-2-en-1-al; Dec-2-enal; 2-Decenal; Leaf Aldehyde; Decylenic Aldehyde
EINECS	223-470-1

Quality Control

Our trans-2-Decenal is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Every batch is analyzed to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and olfactory profile. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical constants, and chromatographic data is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your quality requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) is recommended. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Odor	Characteristic fatty, citrus, waxy
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.460
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.840 - 0.850

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