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α-Amylcinnamaldehyde

SKU 90037092 CAS 122-40-7 Available on enquiry

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α-Amylcinnamaldehyde is a synthetic aromatic aldehyde used primarily in fragrance and flavor formulations for its sweet, spicy, and floral notes. It is commonly found in perfumes, soaps, and food products. Available in high purity, it has a molecular weight of approximately 202.29 g/mol and a boiling point of 275–280 °C. Molekula supplies α-Amylcinnamaldehyde from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90037092
CAS Number: 122-40-7
IUPAC Name: 2-benzylideneheptanal
Exact Mass: 202.1358
SMILES: CCCCCC(=CC1=CC=CC=C1)C=O
InChIKey: HMKKIXGYKWDQSV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C14H18O/c1-2-3-5-10-14(12-15)11-13-8-6-4-7-9-13/h4,6-9,11-12H,2-3,5,10H2,1H3
PubChem CID: 31209

Synonyms

2-(Phenylmethylene)-Heptanal
2-(phenylmethylidene)heptanal
2-Benzylideneheptanal
2-benzylidenheptanal
a-amylcinnamaldehyde
alpha-Amylcinnamaldehyde
alpha-Amylcinnamic aldehyde
FEMA No. 2061
Heptanal, 2-(phenylmethylene)-
Pentyl cinnamaldehyde

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance: Clear, yellow, oily liquid
Odour: Jasmine-like odor
Boiling Point: 284 °C
Density: 0.9711 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Water Solubility: Insoluble in water
Solubility (other solvents): Soluble in acetone, carbon tetrachloride
Refractive Index: 1.5381
log P (octanol/water): 4.70

Source: PubChem CID 31209 (HSDB)

Frequently asked questions

What is α-Amylcinnamaldehyde used for?

It is primarily used in fragrance and flavor formulations due to its sweet, floral, and cinnamon-like aroma.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of α-Amylcinnamaldehyde?

The chemical formula is C14H18O, and the molecular weight is approximately 202.29 g/mol.

How should α-Amylcinnamaldehyde be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place away from light and heat; keep container tightly closed.

What grade of α-Amylcinnamaldehyde does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies α-Amylcinnamaldehyde in technical grade for industrial and research use.

Can Molekula supply α-Amylcinnamaldehyde in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply α-Amylcinnamaldehyde in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with an order of α-Amylcinnamaldehyde?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) upon request.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.