Description

5-Octenal, (5Z)- is a high-purity, unsaturated aliphatic aldehyde with the CAS number 41547-22-2. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and flavor/fragrance building block due to its specific double bond geometry and reactive carbonyl group. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical synthesis industries for creating complex organic molecules.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of green, fatty, or citrus-like aroma compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent for carbon-carbon bond formation, including aldol and Grignard reactions, in fine chemical production.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D labs for studying organic reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce aldehyde functionality into polymers for cross-linking or further chemical modification.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Octenal, (5Z)-
CAS No.	41547-22-2
Molecular Formula	C8H14O
Molecular Weight	126.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(5Z)-5-Octenal; (Z)-5-Octenal; cis-5-Octenal; 5-Octen-1-al, (5Z)-; 5-Octenal; (Z)-Oct-5-enal
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Quality Control

Our 5-Octenal, (5Z)- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC and HPLC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of GMP and ISO standards for reliable supply to critical industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and polymerization. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Isomeric Purity (Z-isomer)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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