Description

Iso Varalaldehyde is a specialized aldehyde compound with the CAS number 590-83-3, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate and building block in organic synthesis. Its unique structure makes it a critical precursor for the production of fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and advanced materials. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds and optimize synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor for flavors, fragrances, and other high-value specialty chemicals.
• Polymer & Material Science: Employed in the research and development of novel polymers, resins, and functional materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D laboratories exploring new organic reactions and methodologies.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed and other metal-mediated coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iso Varalaldehyde
CAS No.	590-83-3
Molecular Formula	C5H8O
Molecular Weight	84.12 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylbut-2-enal; 3-Methyl-2-butenal; Prenyl aldehyde; Isovaleraldehyde (isomer); Isopentenal; β,β-Dimethylacrolein; 3,3-Dimethylacrolein; 2-Butenal, 3-methyl-
EINECS	209-691-5

Quality Control

Our Iso Varalaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate to maintain purity and stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Report and comply with agreed limits
Refractive Index	1.440 - 1.445
Specific Gravity	0.855 - 0.865

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