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| Names | |
|---|---|
| Preferred IUPAC name | Hexanal |
| Other names | Hexanaldehyde / Aldehyde C-6 / Caproic aldehyde / Capronaldehyde |
| Identifiers | |
| CAS Number | 66-25-1 |
| PubChem CID | 6184 |
| SMILES | O=CCCCCC |
| Properties | |
| Chemical formula | C 6 H 12 O |
| Molar mass | 100.161 g · mol−1 |
| Appearance | Clear liquid |
| Density | 0.815 g/cm3 |
| Melting point | < −20 °C (−4 °F; 253 K) |
| Boiling point | 130 to 131 °C (266 to 268 °F; 403 to 404 K) |
| Magnetic susceptibility (χ) | −69.40 · 10−6 cm3/mol |
| Related compounds | |
| Related aldehydes | Pentanal / Heptanal |
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Chemical compound (C6H12O)
Hexanal, also called hexanaldehyde or caproaldehyde is an alkyl aldehyde used in the flavor industry to produce fruity flavors. Its scent resembles freshly cut grass, like cis-3-hexenal. It is potentially useful as a natural extract that prevents fruit spoilage. It occurs naturally, and contributes to a hay-like "off-note" flavor in green peas.