Description

2-Pentylcyclopentanecarbaldehyde is a versatile aliphatic aldehyde with a unique cyclic structure, offering a complex, green, and fruity-woody olfactory profile. This compound matters for its ability to impart sophisticated and long-lasting fragrance notes, making it a valuable building block in high-end scent creation. Perfumers and flavorists in the fragrance, flavor, and fine chemical industries need it to develop unique aromatic compositions for perfumes, cosmetics, and household products.

Application

• Fragrance Industry: A key intermediate and accord in the synthesis of premium perfumes, imparting green, fruity, and woody nuances.
• Flavor Creation: Used in trace amounts to create complex fruity and natural flavor profiles for food and beverage applications.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Incorporated into lotions, soaps, and personal care products as a fragrance component.
• Household Products: Serves as a fragrance ingredient in detergents, fabric softeners, and air fresheners.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized intermediate for the production of other aroma chemicals and pharmaceutical compounds.
• Functional Perfumery: Used in technical applications where a stable, diffusive green note is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Pentylcyclopentanecarbaldehyde
CAS No.	84604-58-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₂₀O
Molecular Weight	168.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pentylcyclopentanecarboxaldehyde; 2-Amylcyclopentanecarbaldehyde; Cyclopentanecarboxaldehyde, 2-pentyl-; FEMA 4357; (2-Pentylcyclopentyl)methanal; 2-Pentyl-1-formylcyclopentane
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Quality Control

Our 2-Pentylcyclopentanecarbaldehyde is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with industry standards for fragrance ingredients, including those relevant to IFRA and RIFM guidelines.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.460
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.890 - 0.910
Related Substances (GC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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