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Propionaldehyde
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Propionaldehyde is an aldehyde used primarily as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of plastics, rubber chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. This clear, colorless liquid has the CAS number 123-38-6. It is classified with no signal word. Molekula supplies Propionaldehyde 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.
Overview
- SKU
- 90035098
- CAS Number
- 123-38-6
- IUPAC Name
- propanal
- EC Number
- 204-623-0
- Exact Mass
- 58.0419
- SMILES
- CCC=O
- InChIKey
- NBBJYMSMWIIQGU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C3H6O/c1-2-3-4/h3H,2H2,1H3
- PubChem CID
- 527
Synonyms
- 1-Propanal
- Methylacetaldehyde
- n-Propanal
- Propaldehyde
- propanal
- Propanaldehyde
- Propional
- Propionic aldehyde
- Propylaldehyde
- Propylic aldehyde
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Appearance
- Liquid
- Odour
- Choking odor
- Melting Point
- -80 °C
- Boiling Point
- 48 °C
- Density
- 0.8 (relative, water = 1)
- Water Solubility
- 306 g/L at 25 °C
- Solubility (other solvents)
- Soluble in water; miscible with ethanol, ethyl ether
- Vapour Pressure
- 31.3 kPa at 20 °C
- Refractive Index
- 1.36460
- log P (octanol/water)
- 0.59
Source: PubChem CID 527 (HSDB, ICSC)
Frequently asked questions
What is Propionaldehyde used for?
Propionaldehyde is primarily used as an intermediate in the production of propionic acid, n-propanol, and various resins, plastics, and rubber chemicals.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Propionaldehyde?
The chemical formula for Propionaldehyde is C3H6O and it has a molecular weight of 58.08 g/mol.
How should Propionaldehyde be stored?
It should be stored in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames, ensuring the container is kept tightly closed.
What grade of Propionaldehyde is available?
Please contact our sales team to confirm the current purity specifications and available grades for this product.
Can Molekula supply Propionaldehyde in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Propionaldehyde in various quantities ranging from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.
What documentation comes with the order?
Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure full regulatory compliance.
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.