Description

(Z,Z)-7,11-Hexadecadienal is a high-purity, unsaturated aliphatic aldehyde of significant interest in organic synthesis and specialized applications. Its specific geometric configuration and functional group make it a valuable intermediate for producing complex molecules, including pheromones and fine chemicals. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the agrochemical, flavor & fragrance, and advanced material sectors seeking precise chemical building blocks.

Application

• Pheromone Synthesis: A key intermediate in the production of insect sex pheromones, particularly for pest management in agriculture.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Used as a precursor for synthesizing specific aroma compounds and fragrance ingredients.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for creating complex aldehydes, alcohols, and other derivatives in research and development.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of specialized active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Biochemical Research: Used in studies related to insect behavior, chemical ecology, and receptor-ligand interactions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a starting material for high-value, low-volume specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z,Z)-7,11-Hexadecadienal
CAS No.	96883-54-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₈O
Molecular Weight	236.39 g/mol
Synonyms	(7Z,11Z)-7,11-Hexadecadienal; (Z,Z)-7,11-Hexadecadien-1-al; 7,11-Hexadecadienal, (7Z,11Z)-; (7Z,11Z)-Hexadeca-7,11-dienal; Bombykol precursor; Insect pheromone intermediate; Hexadecadienal
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Quality Control

Our (Z,Z)-7,11-Hexadecadienal is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profile. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for advanced chemical intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis workflows.

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. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, separate from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Isomeric Purity (Z,Z)	≥ 90.0%

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