PARAMETERS SPECIFICATIONS
Synonyms Heptylaldehyde, Enanthaldehyde, C-7 aldehyde, Heptanal
CAS No. 111-71-7
Formula C7 H14 O CH3 – (CH2)5 CHO
Mol.Wt 114.19
Purity 97% Min. by GC
Description Colorless to pale yellow liquid.
B.P 153o C
Sp.Gr 0.82
Acid Value 4.5 max

2D diagram – Heptaldehyde 97% Min. Purity by GC

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Overview

Heptaldehyde also known as 1-Heptanal is an aldehyde of a chain of seven carbon atoms.

It is a colourless, oily liquid with a fruity odour which is why it is mainly used in the fragrances and flavours industry.

Heptanal is practically insoluble in water but is miscible with alcohol.

It is obtained by cracking of ricinoleic acid which is the main component of castor oil.

 

Uses of Heptaldehyde

  • Heptanal is used in synthesis of many flavours and fragrances such as fruity, woody, and nutty.
  • The following derivatives of Heptaldehyde are mentioned with their use in flavours and fragrances industry
Sr No. Derivative Use
1 Heptyl Alcohol apple, apricot, coconut, woody, citrus, fruity, strawberry, and vanilla
2 Ethyl Heptanoate berry, melon, peach, pineapple, plum
3 Alpha-Amyl-Cinnamic Aldehyde jasmine, lily
  • It is used in the rubber industry in the preparation of vulcanisation accelerators.
  • It is used in the manufacture of Heptanoic Acid by oxidation of Heptaldehyde.
  • Another important derivative of Heptaldehyde is Heptyl alcohol, which has an extensive usage in various industries.

 

Why ACME?

Acme Synthetic Chemicals is the Manufacturer, Supplier and also Exporter of Heptaldehyde which is classified under CAS No.111-71-7.

Our Heptaldehyde is manufactured by a group company which has an FDA License and is locally certified as CGMP.

Acme’s current capacity is 800 tons per annum.

Our product is widely demanded in the international market due to its high effectiveness, eco-friendliness and high purity.

We offer our product in different packaging options to meet the varied needs of our clients. Moreover, we offer the entire range at a reasonable and competitive cost to our clients.