Acetaldehyde

Its importance in modern chemical industries makes it a strategic raw material for large-scale and specialty applications. Acetaldehyde is available in different grades, including industrial grade, high-purity grade, and customized specifications for controlled reactions. It is extensively used in the manufacture of acetic acid, pyridine derivatives, pentaerythritol, peracetic acid, perfumes, flavors, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and synthetic resins. Chemically, acetaldehyde is a low-molecular-weight aldehyde produced mainly by the oxidation of ethanol or ethylene-based processes. Key technical properties include high chemical reactivity, low boiling point, good solubility in water and organic solvents, and excellent participation in condensation and polymerization reactions. These characteristics allow efficient synthesis, fast reaction rates, and high conversion efficiency in industrial processes.