Description

2-Ethyl-3-Methylvaleraldehyde is a branched-chain aliphatic aldehyde with a distinctive, powerful odor. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and fragrance ingredient, prized for its ability to impart green, fruity, and waxy olfactory notes. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the flavors and fragrances, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for the synthesis of more complex molecules and as a key component in specialty aroma chemical formulations.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Used as a key component in creating green, fruity, and waxy top notes for perfumes, cosmetics, and fine fragrances.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in organic synthesis for the production of more complex aldehydes, alcohols, and acids.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacturing of certain pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Utilized in the research and synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Specialty Polymer Additive: Acts as a modifier or cross-linking agent in the production of specific resins and polymers.
• Solvent & Plasticizer Precursor: Used in the synthesis of compounds that function as high-boiling-point solvents or plasticizers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethyl-3-Methylvaleraldehyde
CAS No.	42347-74-0
Molecular Formula	C8H16O
Molecular Weight	128.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethyl-3-methylpentanal; 3-Methyl-2-ethylpentanal; 2-Ethyl-3-methylvaleric aldehyde; 3-Methyl-2-ethylvaleraldehyde; Ethylmethylvaleraldehyde; Isooctanal (mixed isomers); 2-Ethyl-3-methyl-pentanal
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Quality Control

Our 2-Ethyl-3-Methylvaleraldehyde is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every 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 away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C (36-46°F) for extended stability, as the product is easily oxidized and should ideally be stored under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.415 - 1.420
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.820 - 0.830

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