Description

2-Methylhexanal is a versatile branched-chain aliphatic aldehyde with a distinctive, powerful odor. This compound is a valuable intermediate and fragrance ingredient, prized for its ability to impart green, fruity, and fatty notes to complex aroma profiles. It serves critical roles in the flavor and fragrance industry, as well as in organic synthesis for the production of more complex molecules. Global industries rely on its consistent quality for applications ranging from fine perfumery to specialty chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: A key component in creating and enhancing green, fruity, and fatty nuances in perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Used in the production of alcohols, acids, and other derivatives through reactions like oxidation, reduction, and condensation.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and polymer additives.
• Aroma Chemical Production: Employed in the synthesis of more complex aroma molecules for the fragrance industry.
• Research & Development: Utilized in chemical research for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylhexanal
CAS No.	925-54-2
Molecular Formula	C7H14O
Molecular Weight	114.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylcaproaldehyde; 2-Methylhexanaldehyde; Hexanal, 2-methyl-; Isoheptanal; α-Methylcaproaldehyde; Butylmethylacetaldehyde; 2-Methyl-1-hexanal
EINECS	213-123-1

Quality Control

Our 2-Methylhexanal is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including gas chromatography (GC) for assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, purity, and physical properties is provided with every shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with customer specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong reducing agents. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation and to minimize headspace in partially used containers. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.408 - 1.412
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.815 - 0.825
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.2%

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