Hexanal

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Hexanal [1] [2] [3]
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Names
Preferred IUPAC name
Hexanal
Other names
Hexanaldehyde
Aldehyde C-6
Caproic aldehyde
Capronaldehyde
Identifiers
3D model (JSmol)
ChEBI
ChEMBL
ChemSpider
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PubChem CID
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  • O=CCCCCC
Properties
C6H12O
Molar mass 100.161 g·mol−1
AppearanceClear liquid
Density 0.815
Melting point <−20 °C (−4 °F; 253 K)
Boiling point 130 to 131 °C (266 to 268 °F; 403 to 404 K)
-69.40·10−6 cm3/mol
Related compounds
Related aldehydes
Pentanal

Heptanal

Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Hexanal, also called hexanaldehyde or caproaldehyde is an alkyl aldehyde used in the flavor industry to produce fruity flavors. [4] Its scent resembles freshly cut grass, like cis-3-hexenal. [5] It is potentially useful as a natural extract that prevents fruit spoilage. [6] It occurs naturally, and contributes to a hay-like "off-note" flavor in green peas. [7]

The first synthesis of hexanal was published in 1907 by P. Bagard. [8]

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References

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  6. Sharkey, Jackie (23 June 2016). "Fruit spray developed by Guelph prof extends shelf life by 50 per cent". CBC News . Retrieved 21 August 2017.
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