Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (2E,4E)-2,4-Octadienal (CAS: 5577-44-6)?
Answer
(2E,4E)-2,4-Octadienal is a colorless to light yellow liquid with a strong aldehyde odor. Its molecular weight is approximately 132.17 g/mol. The compound is slightly soluble in water but soluble in most organic solvents. It is moderately reactive, especially towards nucleophiles and reductive aminations. It has a melting point of -31°C and a boiling point of 175°C under standard conditions.
About
CAS No
5577-44-6
English Name
(2E,4E)-2,4-Octadienal
Molecular Formula
C8H12O
Molecular Weight
124.18 g/mol
SMILES
CCCC=CC=CC=O
InChIKey
DVVATNQISMINCX-YTXTXJHMSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-29 04:03
