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Butanal（Cat No.:R025120）, also known as butyraldehyde, is a simple aliphatic aldehyde widely used in chemical and industrial processes. It is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor, commonly produced through the oxidation of butanol or hydroformylation of propylene. Butanal is a key intermediate in the synthesis of various chemicals, including butyric acid, 2-ethylhexanol, and plasticizers. It is also used in the production of resins, rubber accelerators, and pharmaceuticals. Its reactivity and versatility make it an essential building block in organic synthesis and industrial manufacturing.
| Catalog Number | R025120 |
| CAS Number | 123-72-8 |
| Synonyms | Butyraldehyde; Butal; Butaldehyde; Butanaldehyde; Butyl Aldehyde; Butyral; Butyric Aldehyde; Butyrylaldehyde; NSC 62779; n-Butanal; n-Butyl Aldehyde; n-Butyraldehyde; n-Butyric aldehyde |
| Molecular Formula | C4H8O |
| Purity | ≥95% |
| IUPAC Name | butanal |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C4H8O/c1-2-3-4-5/h4H,2-3H2,1H3 |
| InChIKey | ZTQSAGDEMFDKMZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | CCCC=O |
