Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Hexanal, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A16265.36
500 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Hexanal, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: A16265.36
500 g, Each
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Catalog number: A16265.36
also known as A16265-36
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
66-25-1
IUPAC Name
hexanal
Molecular Formula
C6H12O
InChI Key
JARKCYVAAOWBJS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
CCCCCC=O
Appearance (Color)
Clear colorless
Form
Liquid
Assay (GC)
≥97.5%
Free acid (titration)
≤1.5%
Refractive Index
1.4025-1.4065 @ 20°C

Description

Hexanal is used in the flavor industry to prepare fruity flavors. It is utilized as a flavoring agent in the food industry. It is also used in Witting and aldol reactions.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
Hexanal is used in the flavor industry to prepare fruity flavors. It is utilized as a flavoring agent in the food industry. It is also used in Witting and aldol reactions.

Solubility
Miscible with ethanol, ethyl ether, acetone, benzene and water.

Notes
Air sensitive. Incompatible with oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases and strong reducing agents. Store in a cool place.
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