Description

(1-Cyclohexenyl)Acetaldehyde is a versatile, unsaturated aliphatic aldehyde featuring a reactive cyclohexene ring. This compound matters as a valuable chemical intermediate and building block for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in the fragrance and pharmaceutical sectors. Industries that need it include flavor & fragrance manufacturers, agrochemical producers, and fine chemical R&D laboratories seeking to introduce specific aldehyde functionality into cyclic structures.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of musky, woody, and amber odorants for perfumery and flavoring agents.
• Pharmaceutical Building Block: Used in organic synthesis for creating pharmacologically active molecules, leveraging its reactive aldehyde group for condensation and cyclization reactions.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the production of certain pesticides and herbicides, where its cyclic structure is incorporated into the active ingredient.
• Fine Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and developing novel specialty chemicals.
• Polymer Modification: Can be used to introduce aldehyde functional groups into polymers or as a cross-linking agent in specific resin formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1-Cyclohexenyl)Acetaldehyde
CAS No.	42370-81-0
Molecular Formula	C8H12O
Molecular Weight	124.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(1-Cyclohexen-1-yl)acetaldehyde; 1-Cyclohexene-1-acetaldehyde; Cyclohex-1-ene-1-acetaldehyde; (Cyclohex-1-en-1-yl)acetaldehyde; 2-(Cyclohex-1-enyl)ethanal; 1-Cyclohexenylacetic aldehyde; 3,4,5,6-Tetrahydrobenzacetaldehyde
EINECS	255-787-9

Quality Control

Our (1-Cyclohexenyl)Acetaldehyde is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the specifications required for sensitive applications like fragrance and pharmaceutical synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen. Keep away from strong oxidizers, acids, and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 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.