Description

1,3,6,10-Farnesatetraen-12-Al is a specialized sesquiterpene aldehyde compound, identified by CAS No. 4955-32-2. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its unique conjugated structure, making it a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis and fragrance chemistry. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical industries for creating complex aroma molecules and bioactive compounds.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: A key precursor for synthesizing complex woody, amber, and floral aroma chemicals.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a versatile scaffold in the synthesis of novel sesquiterpene-based drug candidates and natural product analogs.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialty chemicals, including chiral ligands and advanced materials.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in research for creating new plant growth regulators or bioactive agents.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reference standard and starting material for organic chemistry research and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,6,10-Farnesatetraen-12-Al
CAS No.	4955-32-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₀O
Molecular Weight	216.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Farnesatetraenal; 12-Oxofarnesatriene; (2E,6E)-2,6,10-Trimethyl-2,6,10-dodecatrien-12-al; 2,6,10-Trimethyl-2,6,10-dodecatrienal; 2,6,10-Dodecatrienal, 2,6,10-trimethyl-; 1,3,6,10-Farnesatetraenal; α-Farnesene aldehyde derivative
EINECS	225-594-9

Quality Control

Our 1,3,6,10-Farnesatetraen-12-Al is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This product is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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