Hexanal

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Hexanal[1]
IUPAC name Hexanal
Other names Hexanaldehdye
Aldehyde C-6
Caproic aldehdye
Capronaldehyde
Identifiers
CAS number [66-25-1]
PubChem 6184
SMILES CCCCCC=O
Properties
Molecular formula C6H12O
Molar mass 100.15888
Appearance Clear liquid
Density 0.814
Melting point

< -20 °C

Boiling point

119-124 °C

Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state
(at 25 °C, 100 kPa)

Infobox disclaimer and references

Hexanal, or hexanaldehyde, is an alkyl aldehyde used in the flavor industry to produce fruity flavors.[2]

[edit] References

  1. ^ MSDS for hexanal, from Physical & Theoretical Chemistry Laboratory, Oxford University
  2. ^ Hexanal Product Data Sheet from Natural Advantage


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