Description

(E)-13-Octadecenal is a high-purity, unsaturated long-chain aldehyde with the CAS number 69820-24-2. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard in advanced organic synthesis and analytical chemistry. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical industries, where precise chemical building blocks are required for product development and quality control.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing complex aroma chemicals and flavoring agents.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of bioactive molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating more complex organic compounds via reactions such as reduction, oxidation, or olefin metathesis.
• Analytical Standard: Employed as a high-purity reference standard in gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS) for identification and quantification.
• Biochemical Studies: Used in research related to insect pheromones and other biological signaling molecules.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or modifier in the development of specialized polymers and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-13-Octadecenal
CAS No.	69820-24-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₄O
Molecular Weight	266.46 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-13-Octadecenal; trans-13-Octadecenal; 13-Octadecenal, (13E)-; (13E)-Octadec-13-enal; (E)-13-Octadecen-1-al; 13-trans-Octadecenal; 69820-24-2; Octadec-13-enal
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Quality Control

Our (E)-13-Octadecenal is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This product is easily oxidized and light-sensitive.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Isomeric Purity ((E)-isomer)	≥ 98.0%

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