Description

Acetaldehyde Di-n-Hexyl Acetal is a high-purity specialty chemical used as a versatile intermediate and protecting group in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its ability to mask aldehyde functionalities under a wide range of reaction conditions, enabling complex multi-step synthetic pathways. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block and protecting group in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific aldehyde protection strategies.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a precursor or stabilizer in the creation of specific aroma chemicals and flavor compounds.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for methodology development and the construction of complex molecular architectures.
• Polymer Modification: Employed as a functional modifier or cross-linking agent in specialty polymer formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acetaldehyde Di-n-Hexyl Acetal
CAS No.	5405-58-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₃₀O₂
Molecular Weight	230.39 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1-Dihexoxyethane; Acetaldehyde Dihexyl Acetal; Di-n-Hexyl Acetal; Ethane, 1,1-dihexoxy-; Acetaldehyde Bis(hexyl acetal); 1,1-Bis(hexyloxy)ethane; Acetaldehyde Dihexyl Acetal (C6)
EINECS	226-479-8

Quality Control

Our Acetaldehyde Di-n-Hexyl Acetal is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the rigorous standards required for research and industrial-scale synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and acids. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.420 - 1.425
Density (20°C)	0.84 - 0.86 g/mL

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