CAS 1070-66-2

2-Methylenehexanal

Description:

2-Methylenehexanal, with the CAS number 1070-66-2, is an organic compound characterized by its aldehyde functional group and a double bond in its carbon chain. It features a six-carbon backbone with a methylene group (–CH2–) adjacent to the aldehyde, which contributes to its reactivity and potential applications in organic synthesis. The presence of the double bond introduces geometric isomerism, allowing for the existence of cis and trans forms. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive odor, indicative of its aldehyde nature. It is soluble in organic solvents and may exhibit moderate solubility in water due to the polar aldehyde group. 2-Methylenehexanal can participate in various chemical reactions, including oxidation and addition reactions, making it useful in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules. Its reactivity and structural features make it of interest in fields such as fragrance formulation, agrochemicals, and as an intermediate in organic synthesis. Safety precautions should be observed when handling this compound, as aldehydes can be irritants and potentially harmful.

Formula: C₇H₁₂O

InChI: InChI=1S/C7H12O/c1-3-4-5-7(2)6-8/h6H,2-5H2,1H3

InChI key: InChIKey=IWEWQGKFUYQGSN-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CCCC)(C=O)=C

Synonyms:

• 2-Methylenehexanal
• 2-Methylidenehexanal
• 2-n-Butyl acrolein
• Ccris 8136
• Hexanal, 2-methylene-
• α-Butylacrolein
• 2-Butylacrolein