Description

Pent-3-Enal is an alpha,β-unsaturated aldehyde, a versatile chemical intermediate prized for its reactive carbonyl and alkene functionalities. This compound is essential for synthesizing fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and complex organic molecules where its conjugated system enables critical carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions. Industries such as pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and specialty fragrance production rely on its unique reactivity profile to build advanced molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a precursor for creating specific aldehydic and green notes in high-value perfumery and flavor compositions.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in Michael additions, Diels-Alder reactions, and other conjugate addition chemistries in research and development.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a cross-linking agent or monomer modifier in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological development and novel compound library synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pent-3-Enal
CAS No.	5604-55-7
Molecular Formula	C5H8O
Molecular Weight	84.12 g/mol
Synonyms	trans-2-Pentenal; (E)-2-Pentenal; 2-Pentenal; 3-Pentenal; 2-Penten-1-al; β-Ethylacrolein; Ethylidene propanal; (E)-Pent-2-enal; 2-Pentenal (E)-
EINECS	227-016-4

Quality Control

Our Pent-3-Enal is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for industrial and research applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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