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3-Methyl-2-Butenal

3-Methyl-2-Butenal is a high-quality aroma chemical with a distinctive fruity, almond-like, roasted and mildly buttery character. It is widely used in flavour and fragrance formulations to add depth and character.

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Category Aroma Chemicals
Product Type Aroma Chemical
MOQ 1 Kgs
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3-Methyl-2-Butenal

3-Methyl-2-Butenal is a high-quality aroma chemical with a distinctive fruity, almond-like, roasted and mildly buttery character. It is widely used in flavour and fragrance formulations to add depth and character.

3-Methyl-2-Butenal is a versatile aroma chemical used in flavour and fragrance applications. Also known as Prenal, Senecialdehyde and 3-Methylcrotonaldehyde, it is a colourless liquid with a characteristic fruity, almond-like, roasted and mildly buttery aroma profile.

The material is suitable for use in carefully formulated flavour and fragrance compositions, where it can contribute fruity, nutty, cherry and sweet aromatic notes. It is commonly supplied as a high-purity chemical ingredient for professional formulation applications.

3-Methyl-2-Butenal has the molecular formula C5H8O and a molecular weight of approximately 84.12 g/mol. Application and use levels should always be determined according to the relevant formulation, safety and regulatory requirements.

Product Details

Category Aroma Chemicals
Botanical Name Synthetic Compound
Common Name Prenal
Product Type Aroma Chemical
Plant Part Synthetic / Industrial
Origin India
Extraction Method Chemical Synthesis
Available Forms
Liquid
Applications
Flavours Fragrances Aroma Formulations Food Flavouring Applications and Professional Formulation
Specifications
Chemical Name: 3-Methyl-2-Butenal
CAS Number: 107-86-8
FEMA Number: 3646
JECFA Number: 1202
Molecular Formula: C5H8O
Molecular Weight: 84.12 g/mol
Appearance: Colourless liquid
Purity / Assay: ≥97% (typical commercial grade; specifications may vary by batch)
Boiling Point: 133–135°C
Specific Gravity: 0.870–0.875
Refractive Index: 1.458–1.464
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; soluble in ethanol and fats/oils
Packaging
STANDARD BULK

Available in standard bulk packaging options. Packaging can be provided according to customer requirements and order quantity.

MOQ 1 Kgs
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