Propionaldehyde 97%

What is Propionaldehyde? Also known as propanal, it is a three-carbon, colourless, flammable liquid with a strong, fruity odour, used as a chemical intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, plastics, and flavourings. Its chemical formula is C₃H₆O, and it has a low flash point, meaning it ignites easily. It is a significant industrial chemical and a naturally occurring metabolite. 

Consistent Quality: We source only high-quality Propionaldehyde ensuring reliable performance in any application.

Shipped from Manchester, UK Facility: Sourced and bottled in secure, chemical-resistant containers to guarantee safe handling and transport.

Frequent Uses

Redox Reactions
Oxidising propionaldehyde yields propionic acid, which is used as a preservative. Reduction of propionaldehyde produces n-propanol, a solvent. 

Plastic Production
It is a crucial precursor for trimethylolethane, an intermediate in the production of alkyd resins for plastics. 

Flavours and Fragrances
Used in the synthesis of certain aroma compounds and found as a natural component in some food flavourings. 

Rubber Production
Utilised in the synthesis of chemicals for the rubber industry. 

• Used as a precursor to trimethylolethane through a condensation reaction with formaldehyde.
• Can be reduced to form propanol.
• Can be oxidised to form propionic acid.

Minimum Assay: >97%
Molecular Formula: C3H6O
Molecular Weight: 58.08 g/mol
Melting Point: -81 °C
Boiling Point: 46-50 °C
Density at 25 °C (g/L): 0.805
Refractive Index: 1.3620

Cas Number: 123-38-6

Einecs Number: 204-623-0

HS Code / Commodity Code: 2912190090

UN Number: 1275

Flash Point: - 40 °C

Hazard Phrases: H225,H302+H332,H315,H318,H335

Prec Phrases: P210,P261,P280,P305+P351+P338