Crotonaldehyde

• CAT Number: M067350
• CAS Number: 123-73-9
• Molecular Formula: C4H6O
• Molecular Weight: 70.09
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: Store at RT
• IUPAC Name: (E)-but-2-enal
• InChI: InChI=1S/C4H6O/c1-2-3-4-5/h2-4H,1H3/b3-2+
• InChIKey: MLUCVPSAIODCQM-NSCUHMNNSA-N
• SMILES: CC=CC=O

Crotonaldehyde（Cat No.:M067350）, also known as 2-butenal, is an unsaturated aldehyde with the chemical formula C4H6O. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a strong, pungent odor. Crotonaldehyde is primarily used as a chemical intermediate in the production of various compounds, including pharmaceuticals, flavors, and fragrances. It undergoes reactions such as aldol condensation and Michael addition to form complex organic molecules. Additionally, it is employed as a precursor in the synthesis of sorbic acid, a food preservative.