Isovaleraldehyde 590-86-3

Product Description

Isovaleraldehyde is an organic compound classified as an aldehyde It is notable for its role as a flavor and fragrance compound and as an intermediate in organic synthesis Below is a detailed overview

 Chemical Details

 IUPAC Name 3Methylbutanal  

 Molecular Formula C5H10O  

 Molecular Weight 8613 gmol  

 Structure  

   A fivecarbon chain with a terminal aldehyde group CHO and a methyl group attached to the third carbon

 Physical Properties

   Appearance Clear colorless to pale yellow liquid

   Odor Pungent fruity characteristic of branched aldehydes

   Boiling Point 92C

   Density 079 gcm at 20C

 Applications

1 Flavor and Fragrance Industry

    Used to impart a fruity or malty aroma to various products

    Found naturally in some fermented beverages and foods

    Commonly utilized in artificial flavoring for baked goods candies and alcoholic beverages

2 Organic Synthesis

    Intermediate Used to synthesize other compounds such as isovaleric acid amines or esters

    Building Block Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals

3 Biochemical Role

    A byproduct of certain metabolic pathways especially during amino acid catabolism eg leucine

 Industrial Relevance

 Production  

    Typically produced through the oxidation of isovaleryl alcohol or by hydroformylation of isobutene  

 Key Derivatives  

    Isovaleric Acid A carboxylic acid with wide industrial use

    Esters Used in perfumes and flavorings due to their pleasant odors

 Safety and Handling

 Toxicity  

    Can cause irritation to the eyes skin and respiratory tract

    Prolonged exposure to high concentrations may have toxic effects

 Precautions  

    Store in a cool wellventilated area away from oxidizing agents

    Use personal protective equipment gloves goggles when handling

 Chemical Reactions

1 Oxidation  

   Isovaleraldehyde can be oxidized to isovaleric acid using mild oxidizing agents like potassium permanganate or chromic acid

2 Condensation Reactions  

   The aldehyde group allows it to participate in aldol condensation or similar reactions forming larger organic molecules

3 Reduction  

   Can be reduced to isovaleryl alcohol using reducing agents like sodium borohydride NaBH4 or lithium aluminum hydride LiAlH4

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