Description

(E)-10-Hexadecenal is a high-purity, unsaturated aliphatic aldehyde of significant interest in the field of semiochemicals and fine chemical synthesis. Its precise structure makes it a valuable intermediate and reference standard for research and industrial applications. This compound is primarily utilized by manufacturers and researchers in the agrochemical, fragrance, and life science sectors who require well-defined pheromone components or chiral building blocks.

Application

• Pheromone Synthesis: A key intermediate or active component in the formulation of insect sex pheromones for integrated pest management (IPM) systems.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and bioactive compound in the development and testing of novel insect attractants and repellents.
• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: Serves as a building block for the synthesis of specific aldehydic notes and complex aroma chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable chiral intermediate for constructing more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and fine chemical research.
• Life Science Research: Employed in biochemical studies to investigate insect olfaction, receptor binding, and behavioral responses.
• Chemical Standard: Provides a high-purity standard for analytical methods such as GC, GC-MS, and HPLC in quality control and environmental testing laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-10-Hexadecenal
CAS No.	72698-30-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₀O
Molecular Weight	238.41 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-10-Hexadecen-1-al; (E)-10-Hexadecenal; trans-10-Hexadecenal; 10-Hexadecenal, (10E)-; Palmital; (E)-10-Hexadecenaldehyde; (10E)-10-Hexadecenal; 10-Hexadecenal (major component of many insect pheromones)
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Quality Control

Our (E)-10-Hexadecenal is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, GC-MS, and NMR to confirm identity, isomeric purity (E/Z ratio), and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and degradation. For long-term storage, keep the container in a freezer at -20°C. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
(E)-Isomer Content (GC)	≥ 98.0% of total hexadecenal
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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