Description

2-Isopropyl-5-Methyl-2-Hexenal is an unsaturated aliphatic aldehyde with a distinctive, powerful green, leafy, and slightly fruity odor profile. This compound matters as a key fragrance and flavor intermediate, prized for its ability to impart fresh, natural, and complex olfactory notes. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance (F&F) industry for creating sophisticated aroma chemicals, as well as by researchers in organic synthesis.

Application

• Fragrance Compound: A crucial building block for synthesizing high-value aroma chemicals used in fine perfumery, cosmetics, and personal care products.
• Flavor Ingredient: Used to create or enhance green, fruity, and herbal flavor notes in food and beverage applications.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a versatile reagent in organic chemistry for the production of more complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty surfactants, plasticizers, or other functional chemicals where its specific carbon skeleton is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Isopropyl-5-Methyl-2-Hexenal
CAS No.	35158-25-9
Molecular Formula	C10H18O
Molecular Weight	154.25 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-2-hexenal; 2-Isopropyl-5-methylhex-2-enal; (E)-2-Isopropyl-5-methyl-2-hexenal; Leaf aldehyde (related isomer); Green aldehyde; Floralozone (trade name context); Hexenal derivative; 2-Hexenal, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Isopropyl-5-Methyl-2-Hexenal is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC and IR analysis, to ensure high purity and consistent olfactory profile critical for flavor and fragrance applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and key physical parameters 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, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, an inert atmosphere (nitrogen blanket) is recommended to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.840 - 0.860

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