Aure Chemical Delivers Excellence in Octanal
Octanal, commonly known as Aldehyde C-8 (Caprylic Aldehyde), CAS 124-13-0, is a saturated, linear aldehyde found naturally in citrus oils, particularly orange oil. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a powerful, fresh, citrus-zest odor at high concentrations, becoming pleasantly fatty and waxy upon dilution. Aldehyde C-8 is a foundational material in both the flavor and fragrance industries, highly valued for its natural-smelling citrus lift and excellent performance. Aure Chemical provides this key compound with full Halal certification.
Basic Information of Aldehyde C-8
Meticulously produced and rigorously tested to meet stringent quality standards. We ensure exceptional purity and consistent performance, essential for your critical applications:
| CAS No.: | 124-13-0 |
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| EC No.: | 204-683-8 |
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| Linear Formula: | C8H16O |
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| Molecular Weight: | 128.21 |
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| Appearance: | Colorless to pale yellow, clear liquid |
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| Odor: | Powerful, citrusy (orange zest), fatty, and waxy notes |
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| Odor Type: | Aldehydic |
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| Melting Point: | 12-15 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point: | 171 °C(lit.) |
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| Density: | 0.822 g/mL at 20 °C |
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| Solubility: | Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol and most organic solvents/oils. |
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| Flash Point: | 125 °F |
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| Chemical Structure: |  |
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Application Overview
Octanal is critically important in synthesizing and enhancing authentic citrus notes across various product categories, due to its low odor threshold and high impact:
Flavoring Agent: It is a principal ingredient in the reconstitution and creation of natural orange, lemon, and lime flavors. It provides the authentic, zesty, and slightly fatty profile of fresh citrus peel for soft drinks, candies, baked goods, and dairy products.
Fine Fragrances: Used as a top note booster in countless compositions, where it immediately provides a bright, radiant, and fresh citrus lift. It is a classic component in Cologne and modern 'clean' scents.
Soap and Detergents: Its stability, though less than saturated aldehydes, is sufficient for use in neutral to mildly alkaline systems, where it provides a long-lasting, clean orange scent to laundry products and household cleaners.
Floral Accords: Octanal is often used to add a waxy, 'living' facet to white floral notes like gardenia and tuberose, lending complexity and naturalness.
Chemical Intermediate: The aldehyde group allows it to be used as a reactive intermediate for the synthesis of complex flavor/fragrance esters and acids.
Why Choose Aure Chemical for Octanal?
Aure Chemical offers Octanal (CAS 124-13-0) with the specialized purity and certification required for direct use in premium food and fragrance systems.
Certified Food-Grade Purity: Our Octanal is manufactured to meet strict FCC (Food Chemical Codex) standards, guaranteeing minimal residual solvent and impurity levels. This dual food and fragrance grade makes it suitable for direct incorporation into edible products as well as high-end perfumery.
Guaranteed Halal Compliance: We ensure our entire production and storage process for Octanal is meticulously audited, providing verifiable Halal certification. This is critical for clients manufacturing food products, beverages, or personal care items for Muslim-majority markets.
Optimized Storage for Oxidation Control: Octanal is highly susceptible to oxidation, which can form caprylic acid and ruin the flavor/odor profile. We utilize small-volume, aluminum-lined containers and ship with precise $\text{CO}_2$ or nitrogen blanketing to ensure the aldehyde remains stable and pure until used by the customer.
Transparent Traceability: Aure Chemical provides comprehensive GC-FID analysis for every batch, detailing the percentage of Octanal and ensuring the absence of higher and lower chain aldehydes (which dramatically alter the odor profile). This transparency guarantees the consistency required for repeated flavor and fragrance batch production.
