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China and Germany are the leading exporters of 2-Methylbutanal (CAS 96-17-3), accounting for the largest shares of global shipments in recent years, while the United States, South Korea, and India represent the top importing markets. Import volumes into the U.S. and South Korea have remained relatively stable since 2022, while 2-Methylbutanal prices have shown moderate upward pressure amid tightening supply from key European producers.
2-Methylbutanal is a colorless to pale yellow, volatile liquid with a pungent, fruity odor. It is an aliphatic aldehyde (branched-chain) with a boiling point of approximately 92–94 °C and is miscible with common organic solvents. As a reactive carbonyl compound, it serves primarily as a chemical intermediate in organic synthesis. Its main industrial applications include the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals (e.g., pyrethroid insecticides), and specialty fragrances. It is also employed in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds and as a building block for fine chemicals used in coatings and polymer additives.
Flavoring.
2-Methylbutyraldehyde has a powerful, choking odor with a peculiar cocoa and coffee-like flavor when diluted. Thiscompound is also reported to have a sweet, slightly fruity, chocolate-like taste.
This chemical is included in Fine Chemicals - Food Additives. See more about what is 2-Methylbutanal and 2-Methylbutanal SDS information.
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