Description

5-Isopropyl-2-Methyl-Cyclohexanone is a high-purity, versatile ketone derivative of p-menthane, valued for its distinct minty, camphoraceous odor and its role as a key synthetic intermediate. This compound is essential for industries requiring precise organoleptic properties or specific stereochemical frameworks. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the fragrance and flavor industry, as well as by fine chemical producers for use in pharmaceutical synthesis and advanced material research.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Used as a building block for synthetic menthol and other terpenoid aroma chemicals, imparting fresh, minty, or woody notes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile intermediate for producing specialty chemicals, agrochemicals, and performance materials.
• Solvent & Reaction Medium: Employed as a specialty solvent in research and development for specific organic transformations.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying stereochemistry and reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Isopropyl-2-Methyl-Cyclohexanone
CAS No.	499-70-7
Molecular Formula	C10H18O
Molecular Weight	154.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-5-(propan-2-yl)cyclohexan-1-one; d,l-Isomenthone; (±)-Isomenthone; p-Menth-8-en-2-one (related); Racemic Isomenthone; 1-Isopropyl-4-methyl-3-cyclohexanone; 5-Isopropyl-2-methylcyclohexanone
EINECS	207-884-5

Quality Control

Our 5-Isopropyl-2-Methyl-Cyclohexanone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent chemical identity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, isomer content, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Isomer Content (GC)	Specified on COA
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.455
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.900 - 0.910
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.