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Description
Decanal is used in fragrances and flavoring and it is an important component in citrus along with octanal, citral, and sinensal. It is also used in Air Care Products, Laundry and Dishwashing Products, Personal Care Products.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Decanal is used in fragrances and flavoring and it is an important component in citrus along with octanal, citral, and sinensal. It is also used in Air Care Products, Laundry and Dishwashing Products, Personal Care Products.
Solubility
Insoluble in water.
Notes
Air Sensitive. Store away from strong oxidizing agents. keep container tightly closed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | -5°C |
Density | 0.828 |
Boiling Point | 207°C to 209°C |
Flash Point | 85°C (185°F) |
Assay Percent Range | 96% |
Linear Formula | CH3(CH2)8CHO |
Refractive Index | 1.428 |
Quantity | 500 mL |
Beilstein | 1362530 |
Sensitivity | Air Sensitive |
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Lot Number | Certificate Type | Date | Catalog Number |
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10235022 | Certificate of Analysis | 05/12/2023 | A11656.AP,A11656.AE |
10162460 | Certificate of Analysis | 22/11/2021 | A11656.AP,A11656.AE |
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Safety and Handling

- Decanal
- Warning
- LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 3
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H412-Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- P264-Wash face, hands and anyexposed skin thoroughly after handling.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P337+P313-If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Decanal
RUO – Research Use Only
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