Description

2-Nonylcrotonaldehyde is a high-purity, unsaturated aliphatic aldehyde with a long hydrocarbon chain, serving as a versatile intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an aldehyde group and an alpha,β-unsaturated double bond, makes it a valuable precursor for creating specialized polymers, plasticizers, and fragrance components. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the flavors & fragrances, polymer additives, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop products with specific performance characteristics.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of musk-like odorants and other complex aroma chemicals for perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Polymer Additive Synthesis: Acts as a key monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polymers, resins, and plasticizers to enhance flexibility, adhesion, or other material properties.
• Fine Chemical Building Block: Employed in organic synthesis for creating pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and liquid crystals, leveraging its reactive aldehyde and alkene functionalities.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into formulations for metalworking fluids and industrial coatings to provide protective properties.
• Surfactant and Lubricant Modification: Used to modify the hydrophobic chain of surfactants or to synthesize specialized lubricant additives.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in chemical research for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Nonylcrotonaldehyde
CAS No.	6720-16-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₄O
Molecular Weight	196.33 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nonyl-2-butenal; trans-2-Nonyl-2-butenal; (E)-2-Nonyl-2-butenal; 2-Butenal, 2-nonyl-; Crotonaldehyde, 2-nonyl-; Nonylcrotonaldehyde; 2-Nonylcrotonic aldehyde
EINECS	229-759-7

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Nonylcrotonaldehyde is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for industrial applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including purity assay and impurity profiling, to meet the demanding standards of our global clientele. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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