2-Ethylhexanal, 96%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
2-Ethylhexanal, 96%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
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2-Ethylhexanal, 96%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

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2-Ethylhexanal, 96%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Catalog numberB23471.30
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Chemical Identifiers
CAS123-05-7
IUPAC Name2-ethylhexanal
Molecular FormulaC8H16O
InChI KeyLGYNIFWIKSEESD-UHFFFAOYNA-N
SMILESCCCCC(CC)C=O
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SpecificationsSpecification SheetSpecification Sheet
Appearance (Color)Clear colorless
FormLiquid
Assay (GC)≥95.0%
CommentSpecification differs for U.S. and non-U.S. material where indicated
Free acid (titration)≤2.5% (non-U.S. specification)
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2-Ethylhexanal is used as an intermediate for chemical synthesis and in the production of pharmaceuticals and odorous substances.  

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
2-Ethylhexanal is used as an intermediate for chemical synthesis & in the production of disinfectants, pharmaceuticals and odorous substances.  

Solubility
Slightly soluble in water.

Notes
Air sensitive. Store in a cool, dry conditions, in well sealed conditions. Store away from oxidizing agents.
RUO – Research Use Only

General References:

  1. Christel Lehtinen and Gösta Brunow. Epoxidation of Terminal Alkenes with Oxygen and 2-Ethyl Hexanal, without Added Catalyst or Solvent. Org. Proc. Res. Dev. 1999, 3, (2), 101-103.
  2. Christel Lehtinen and Gösta Brunow. Factors Affecting the Selectivity of Air Oxidation Of 2-Ethyhexanal, an α-Branched Aliphatic Aldehyde. Org. Proc. Res. Dev. 2000, 4 (6), 544-549.