Description

Dodec-3-En-1-Al is a high-purity, unsaturated aliphatic aldehyde with the CAS number 68083-57-8. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in organic synthesis, prized for its specific carbon chain length and reactive aldehyde functionality. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D chemists in the fragrance, flavor, and fine chemical industries seeking to create complex molecules.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing novel aroma chemicals and flavoring agents with green, citrus, or waxy notes.
• Organic Synthesis: Used in aldol condensations, Grignard reactions, and reductive amination to construct longer-chain or functionalized organic molecules.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor in the production of certain pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Can be used to modify polymers or as a monomer in the creation of specialty polymers with specific properties.
• Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial research in synthetic chemistry and material development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dodec-3-En-1-Al
CAS No.	68083-57-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₂O
Molecular Weight	182.30 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Dodecenal; (E)-3-Dodecenal; trans-3-Dodecen-1-al; 3-Dodecen-1-al; Dodec-3E-enal; Leaf Aldehyde (isomer); Unsaturated C12 Aldehyde
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Quality Control

Our Dodec-3-En-1-Al is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at 2-8°C for long-term stability. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Isomeric Purity (GC)	≥ 90.0% (E-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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