Description

2-Propyl-2-Heptenal is a high-purity aliphatic aldehyde with a distinctive odor profile, serving as a key intermediate and flavor/fragrance ingredient. Its value lies in its ability to impart unique green, fatty, and citrus-like notes, making it essential for creating complex aroma compositions. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, agrochemical, and fine chemical synthesis industries.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: A key building block for synthesizing complex aroma chemicals and as a direct ingredient to impart green, fatty, or waxy nuances in perfumes, cosmetics, and fine fragrances.
• Food Flavorings: Used to create or enhance natural-tasting citrus, melon, and vegetable flavor profiles in beverages, confectionery, and processed foods.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of certain pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile intermediate for producing more complex molecules in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing, leveraging its reactive aldehyde group.
• Functional Fluids & Additives: Potential use in the formulation of specialty lubricants and corrosion inhibitors.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Propyl-2-Heptenal
CAS No.	34880-43-8
Molecular Formula	C10H18O
Molecular Weight	154.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Propyl-2-heptenal; 2-Propylhept-2-enal; (E)-2-Propyl-2-heptenal; 2-Heptenal, 2-propyl-; FEMA 4656; Nonylenal; 2-Propylideneheptanal; Propylheptenal
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Quality Control

Our 2-Propyl-2-Heptenal is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including GC, IR, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to prevent oxidation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Isolate from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.840 - 0.860
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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