Related aldehydes Density 809 kg/m³ | Formula C7H14O Appearance Clear liquid | |
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How to pronounce heptanal
Heptanal or heptanaldehyde is an alkyl aldehyde. It is a colourless liquid with a strong fruity odor, which is used as precursor to components in perfumes and lubricants.
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Production
It can be obtained from castor oil by distillation under reduced pressure. It is synthesized by degradation of the esters of ricinoleic acid. It is also prepared by hydroformylation of hexene.
Uses
Industrially, it is used in the manufacture of α-amylcinnamaldehyde, a component of many fragrances. It is the precursor to 1-heptanol and ethyl heptanoate, the latter being a component of certain lubricants.
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