Valeraldehyde

Main Applications

The applications of n-pentanal are related to the high reactivity of its aldehyde group and its medium carbon chain length, mainly including:

Organic Synthesis Intermediate

Used to prepare n-pentanol (via hydrogenation reduction) and valeric acid (via oxidation); these two compounds are raw materials for the flavor, coating, and other industries;

Synthesizes longer-chain aldehydes or alcohols via aldol condensation reactions, used to prepare surfactants, plasticizers, etc.;

Reacts with amines to form Schiff bases, or further synthesizes nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compounds, used for the preparation of pharmaceutical intermediates.

Flavor and Fragrance Industry

n-Pentanal itself has a certain aliphatic odor and can be used in small amounts to blend flavors, simulating the aroma of fruits and nuts (such as apples and almonds), for use in food, cosmetics, etc.;

Its derivatives (such as pentanal ethylene acetal) are stabilizers for fragrances and can prolong the longevity of the scent.

Other Uses

As a solvent: It has certain solubility for some fat-soluble substances and can be used as a co-solvent in coatings, inks, etc.;

Disinfectant raw material: Aldehyde compounds generally have certain bactericidal effects, and their derivatives have potential applications in the field of disinfection (but the application of n-pentanal is less common and not as widespread as formaldehyde or glutaraldehyde).

CAS NO: 110-62-3

EC NO: 203-784-4

Molecular Formula: C₅H₁₀O

Molecular Weight: 86.1323

Alias: ;Natural Pentanal;Pentanal;1-Pentanal;

Structure: