Description

3,3,5-Trimethylhexanal is a branched-chain aliphatic aldehyde with a distinctive, powerful odor profile. This compound serves as a versatile and valuable intermediate in the synthesis of high-value fragrance ingredients and specialty chemicals. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance industry, as well as by research and development chemists in fine chemical synthesis.

Application

• Fragrance Ingredient Synthesis: A key building block for creating novel musk compounds, woody, and amber notes in perfumery.
• Flavor Chemistry: Used in the development of complex flavor molecules, contributing to green, fruity, or citrus nuances.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a precursor in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying aldol condensation and other carbonyl chemistry reactions.
• Specialty Polymer Additives: Can be used to modify polymer properties or as a starting material for photoinitiators and other functional additives.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3,3,5-Trimethylhexanal
CAS No.	68039-71-4
Molecular Formula	C9H18O
Molecular Weight	142.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3,3,5-Trimethylhexanal; 3,3,5-Trimethylhexan-1-al; 3,3,5-Trimethylhexanaldehyde; 3,3,5-Trimethylcaproaldehyde; 3,3,5-Trimethyl-1-hexanal; 68039-71-4; Trimethylhexanal
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Quality Control

Our 3,3,5-Trimethylhexanal is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC analysis for assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong reducing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability, as the product is easily oxidized. Keep container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to minimize oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.425
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.820 - 0.830

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