Description

5-Methylhexanal-D7 is a deuterium-labeled isotopologue of 5-methylhexanal, a branched-chain aldehyde. This labeled compound is an essential tool in analytical chemistry, enabling precise quantification and metabolic pathway tracing in complex systems. It is primarily utilized by researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and flavor & fragrance industries for use as an internal standard in mass spectrometry (MS) and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) studies.

Application

• Internal Standard for Mass Spectrometry (MS): Provides a stable, non-interfering reference for the accurate quantification of 5-methylhexanal in biological, environmental, or product samples via GC-MS or LC-MS.
• Metabolic Pathway Tracing: Used in pharmacokinetic and drug metabolism studies to track the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) of compounds metabolized to or from 5-methylhexanal.
• NMR Spectroscopy Solvent & Reagent: Serves as a deuterated solvent shift reagent or a labeled starting material in synthetic chemistry for mechanistic studies.
• Flavor and Fragrance Research: Acts as a labeled analog in studies analyzing the formation, stability, and sensory impact of branched-chain aldehydes in food and perfume formulations.
• Quality Control & Method Development: Critical for developing and validating robust analytical methods in pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing to ensure product purity and consistency.
• Environmental Analysis: Facilitates the detection and measurement of trace aldehydes in air, water, or soil samples through isotope dilution techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methylhexanal-D7
CAS No.	947141-18-6
Molecular Formula	C7D7H5O
Molecular Weight	~117.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methylhexanal-d7; [D7]-5-Methylhexanal; 5-Methylcaproaldehyde-D7; 5-Methylhexanal (deuterated); Isoheptanal-D7; (5-Methylhexyl)aldehyde-D7; 4-Methylhexanal-D7 (common misnomer); 2-Propylbutanal-D7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Methylhexanal-D7 is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. We guarantee high chemical and isotopic purity, with comprehensive testing including NMR and MS to confirm deuteration level and chemical identity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting purity, isotopic enrichment, and solvent residues.

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 volatility. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. The container should be kept in a cool, well-ventilated place.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Isotopic Purity (D-content)	≥ 98 atom % D
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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