Tridecanal
Chemical compound
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Tridecanal is an organic compound with the formula CH3(CH2)11CHO. A colorless oily liquid, it is the aldehyde derivative of tridecane. It is produced by hydroformylation of 1-dodecene. Hydrogenation of tridecanal gives 1-tridecanol.
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Aldehyde 13-13 | |
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| ECHA InfoCard | 100.030.900 |
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| C13H26O | |
| Molar mass | 198.350 g·mol−1 |
| Appearance | colorless liquid |
| Density | 0.825±0.06 g/cm3 |
| Melting point | 14 °C (57 °F; 287 K) |
| Boiling point | 126–138 °C (259–280 °F; 399–411 K) 15 Torr |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Occurrence and use
It is used as a fragrance and is well-tolerated.[1] It is a trace component emitted from the combustion of diesel fuel and exposure of synthetic carpets to ozone.[2][3]
