24Hexadienal

24Hexadienal is an organic compound with the chemical formula C6H8O. It is an unsaturated aldehyde, meaning it contains both an aldehyde functional group and carbon-carbon double bonds. Specifically, it features two conjugated double bonds within its six-carbon chain. The "hexa" prefix indicates six carbon atoms, "dien" signifies two double bonds, and "al" denotes the aldehyde group. The "2,4" indicates the positions of these double bonds along the carbon chain, starting from the aldehyde carbon as position 1.

This compound is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor. It is soluble in many organic solvents and has limited solubility in water. Due to the presence of conjugated double bonds, 24hexadienal can undergo various chemical reactions, including addition reactions across the double bonds and reactions typical of aldehydes, such as oxidation and reduction. It can also participate in polymerization reactions.

24Hexadienal occurs naturally in some plants and food products. It is also used as a flavoring agent in the food industry, contributing to specific aromas and tastes. Its chemical structure makes it a building block in organic synthesis for the creation of more complex molecules. Information regarding its toxicity and environmental impact is typically assessed through standard chemical safety evaluations.