CAS 53907-61-2

(2E)-2,4,4-trimethylpent-2-enal

Description:

(2E)-2,4,4-trimethylpent-2-enal, with the CAS number 53907-61-2, is an organic compound characterized by its structure as an α,β-unsaturated aldehyde. It features a pentene backbone with a double bond located between the second and third carbon atoms, and three methyl groups attached to the fourth carbon, contributing to its branched structure. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a distinctive odor, often associated with aldehydes. It is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic nature. The presence of the aldehyde functional group makes it reactive, particularly in nucleophilic addition reactions. Additionally, (2E)-2,4,4-trimethylpent-2-enal can participate in various chemical reactions, including polymerization and condensation, making it of interest in synthetic organic chemistry. Its unique structure and reactivity profile may also lend it applications in flavoring, fragrance, or as an intermediate in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules.

Formula: C₈H₁₄O

InChI: InChI=1/C8H14O/c1-7(6-9)5-8(2,3)4/h5-6H,1-4H3/b7-5+

Synonyms:

• (2E)-2,4,4-Trimethyl-2-pentenal
• 2,4,4-Trimethyl-2-Pentenal
• 2-Pentenal, 2,4,4-trimethyl-

2,4,4-Trimethyl-2-pentenal

Controlled Product

CAS: 53907-61-2

Formula: C₈H₁₄O

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 126.2

Ref: TR-T808455