Description

4-Methyl-2-Propylhex-2-Enal is an aliphatic aldehyde with a unique branched-chain structure, offering distinct organoleptic and chemical properties. This compound is valued as a versatile intermediate and a potential flavor and fragrance ingredient, providing specific green, fruity, or waxy notes. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical intermediates, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Used as a building block or direct component in the creation of complex aroma chemicals, imparting green, fruity, or waxy nuances to fine fragrances and flavor compositions.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a key intermediate in the production of more complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and liquid crystals, leveraging its reactive aldehyde group.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a standard or reagent in R&D laboratories for studying reaction pathways involving aldehydes and for developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Specialty Polymers & Resins: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialty polymers, where its structure contributes to specific material properties like flexibility or adhesion.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyl-2-Propylhex-2-Enal
CAS No.	77731-56-7
Molecular Formula	C10H18O
Molecular Weight	154.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Propyl-4-methylhex-2-enal; 4-Methyl-2-propyl-2-hexenal; 2-Hexenal, 4-methyl-2-propyl-; (E)-4-Methyl-2-propylhex-2-enal; (Z)-4-Methyl-2-propylhex-2-enal; 4-Methyl-2-propyl-2-hexenal (mixture of isomers); FEMA 4416; Aldehyde C-10 (branched chain)
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methyl-2-Propylhex-2-Enal is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, isomer ratio, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to preserve stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Isomer Ratio (GC)	Specified on COA
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.840 - 0.860

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