Acetaldehyde 99% ACS

What is Acetaldehyde? Acetaldehyde (chemical formula CH₃CHO), also known as ethanal, ethylenal, or acetyl aldehyde, is a colourless, volatile liquid with a strong pungent odour. It is an organic compound and an aldehyde, primarily used in chemical synthesis and as an intermediate in the production of various chemicals. Acetaldehyde is widely used in the manufacture of acetic acid, perfumes, flavourings, and as a solvent in industrial processes. It is also a by-product of alcohol metabolism in the human body and is commonly found in alcoholic beverages in trace amounts.

Consistent Quality: We ensure that our Acetaldehyde 99% meets the stringent ACS purity standards, making it ideal for use in research, chemical synthesis, and industrial applications.

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Frequent Uses

Chemical Synthesis
Primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of acetic acid and various other chemicals, including acetals, perfumes, and flavours. It is an important reagent in the production of resins, plastics, and synthetic rubber.

Solvent in Industry
Widely used as a solvent in various industrial processes. It is used in the production of coatings, paints, and varnishes due to its ability to dissolve a wide range of substances. It is also used in adhesives and as a solvent in laboratory procedures.

Flavouring and Fragrance
In the food and beverage industry, Acetaldehyde is used as a flavouring agent, providing fruity, nutty, or green apple-like notes in certain products. It is also used in the production of perfumes for its ability to enhance and complement other fragrance ingredients.

Pharmaceutical Applications
Used in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of certain medications and chemical compounds. It plays a role in the manufacture of vitamin A, as well as in the synthesis of drugs used to treat a variety of conditions.

Laboratory Reagent
Frequently used as a reagent in chemical research and laboratory applications. It is used in the preparation of various organic compounds, such as alcohols, acids, and esters. It is also involved in reactions such as aldol condensations and polymerisation processes.

Production of Acetic Acid
It is a key precursor in the production of acetic acid, an essential chemical used in the manufacture of plastics, food additives, and solvents. The conversion of Acetaldehyde to acetic acid is an important reaction in the chemical industry.

Alcohol Metabolism
It is a naturally occurring by-product of the metabolism of alcohol in the liver. It is produced during the breakdown of ethanol and is known for its toxic effects, often contributing to hangover symptoms. Understanding Acetaldehyde's role in alcohol metabolism is a key area of research in biochemistry and toxicology.

Polymerisation Reactions
It is also used in polymerisation processes for the production of various plastics and resins. It acts as a monomer in the synthesis of polymers such as polyvinyl acetate and other materials used in manufacturing processes.

• Precursor of acetic acid
• Acetals
• Perfumes
• Flavourings
• Lab reagent
• Ethanol metabolism
• Polymerisation

Minimum Assay: >99%
Molecular Formula: CH3CHO
Molecular Weight: 44.05 g/mol
Boiling Point: 20.8 °C
Melting Point: -128 °C
Flashpoint: -27 °C
Density: 0.780 Kg/L
Refractive Index: 1.3316

Cas Number: 75-07-0

Einecs Number: 200-836-8

UN Number: 1089

Hazard Class: 3

Packing Group: 1

Hazard Phrases: H224,H319,H335,H351

Prec Phrases: P210,P280,P305+P351+P338,P370+P378,P403+P233