Description

2,3,5,5-Tetramethylhexanal is a branched-chain aliphatic aldehyde, a versatile chemical intermediate prized for its unique steric and electronic properties. Its value lies in its ability to impart specific fragrance characteristics and serve as a key building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the fragrance and flavor industry, as well as by fine chemical producers developing specialty additives and pharmaceuticals.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Used as a key component in creating woody, amber, and musk-like olfactory notes for perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care products.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in organic synthesis for producing alcohols, acids, and other derivatives used in specialty chemicals.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a building block in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Utilized in the synthesis of certain pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its aldehyde functionality.
• Polymer Additives: Can be modified to create light stabilizers, antioxidants, or other performance-enhancing additives for plastics and coatings.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D laboratories for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,5,5-Tetramethylhexanal
CAS No.	68391-29-7
Molecular Formula	C10H20O
Molecular Weight	156.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,5,5-Tetramethylhexanal; 2,3,5,5-Tetramethyl-1-hexanal; 2,3,5,5-Tetramethylhexan-1-al; Isobutyl neopentyl acetaldehyde; 1-Hexanal, 2,3,5,5-tetramethyl-; Tetramethylhexanal
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,5,5-Tetramethylhexanal is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy, to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its property of being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.420 - 1.430
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.810 - 0.830

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