Description

Tetradec-13-Enal is an α,β-unsaturated aldehyde featuring a terminal double bond and a 14-carbon chain — a structurally distinctive fragrance and flavor intermediate with high reactivity and selectivity. Its conjugated enal functionality enables efficient participation in Michael additions, cyclizations, and other C–C bond-forming reactions critical to fine chemical synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers of high-value aroma chemicals, pharmaceutical intermediates, and specialty agrochemicals requiring precise molecular architecture and batch-to-batch consistency.

Application

• Fine fragrance ingredient in premium perfumery, contributing green, waxy, and slightly floral top-notes
• Key synthetic intermediate for macrocyclic musks and lactone-based aroma compounds (e.g., γ-dodecalactone analogues)
• Building block in the preparation of bioactive lipid derivatives and retinoid-like molecules for dermatological actives
• Reagent in asymmetric allylation and cross-metathesis routes for chiral pharmaceutical intermediates
• Component in controlled-release formulations for agricultural pheromones targeting Lepidoptera species
• Substrate for enzymatic oxidation/reduction studies in biocatalysis development

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetradec-13-Enal
CAS No.	85896-31-7
Molecular Formula	C14H26O
Molecular Weight	210.36 g/mol
Synonyms	13-Tetradecenal; (E)-Tetradec-13-enal; (E)-13-Tetradecenal; trans-13-Tetradecenal; Tetradecenal (13-); 13-Tetradecenal, (E)-; (E)-CH3(CH2)11CH=CHCHO; trans-Tetradec-13-enal; (E)-Tetradecenal
EINECS	284-620-1

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request. All batches conform to ACS Reagent Grade specifications for organic intermediates and meet REACH Annex XIV compliance requirements. Purity verification is performed using HPLC with UV detection, and identity is confirmed via FT-IR and 1H-NMR spectroscopy.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under inert atmosphere (nitrogen or argon) at 2–8 °C to minimize oxidative degradation. Keep away from heat sources and strong oxidizing agents. Maintain relative humidity below 40% to prevent potential polymerization or condensation side reactions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Odor	Green, waxy, slightly floral
Assay (by GC)	≥ 97.0%
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (GC-MS)	Retention time and mass spectrum match
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.442–1.446
Density (d204)	0.832–0.838 g/cm³
Acidity (as acetic acid)	≤ 0.1%

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