Description

7,7-Dimethoxyheptanal is a versatile aliphatic aldehyde derivative featuring a protected carbonyl group, making it a valuable building block in organic synthesis. Its unique structure, characterized by the acetal-protected aldehyde functionality, is crucial for creating complex molecules with specific stereochemistry and functional group compatibility. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fragrance industries for the synthesis of fine chemicals and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for molecules requiring specific carbon chain lengths and functional groups.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of specialized herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its aldehyde moiety is utilized for further chemical transformations.
• Fragrance and Flavor Chemistry: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of aldehydes and acetals that contribute to unique olfactory profiles in perfumery and flavoring agents.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in multi-step synthetic routes, including Grignard reactions, reductions, and nucleophilic additions, due to its reactive and protected aldehyde group.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of novel polymers and specialty materials with tailored properties.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Utilized in methodological studies and the development of new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	7,7-Dimethoxyheptanal
CAS No.	60090-77-9
Molecular Formula	C9H18O3
Molecular Weight	174.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Heptanal, 7,7-dimethoxy-; 7,7-Dimethoxyheptanal; 7,7-Dimethoxy-heptanal; 7,7-Dimethoxyheptan-1-al; 1-Heptanal, 7,7-dimethoxy-; (7,7-Dimethoxyheptyl)aldehyde; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our 7,7-Dimethoxyheptanal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

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