Description

Oxacycloheptadec-8-En-2-One is a high-purity macrocyclic musk compound, also known as Ambrettolide. This product is valued for its unique and persistent musky-amber odor profile, making it a critical ingredient for creating sophisticated and long-lasting fragrance accords. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the fragrance and flavor industry for premium perfumery applications, as well as by specialty chemical producers for advanced organic synthesis.

Application

• Fine Fragrance Formulation: A key ingredient in high-end perfumes, colognes, and eau de toilettes to impart a warm, musky, and ambery base note.
• Personal Care Products: Used in scented lotions, soaps, deodorants, and hair care products to provide a luxurious and stable fragrance character.
• Home & Fabric Care: Incorporated into premium detergents, fabric softeners, and air fresheners for a long-lasting scent on textiles and in the environment.
• Flavor Enhancer: Employed in trace amounts to add complexity and depth to certain flavor compositions.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a valuable building block in the synthesis of other complex macrocyclic compounds for research and development.
• Aromatherapy & Candles: Used in specialty essential oil blends and scented candles for its rich and grounding aromatic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oxacycloheptadec-8-En-2-One
CAS No.	123-69-3
Molecular Formula	C16H28O2
Molecular Weight	252.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Ambrettolide; (Z)-Oxacycloheptadec-8-en-2-one; 7-Hexadecen-16-olide; 16-Hydroxy-7-hexadecenoic acid lactone; Cyclohexadec-7-enolide; Musk Ambrettolide; Lait de Ambrettolide; NSC 406312
EINECS	204-644-5

Quality Control

Our Oxacycloheptadec-8-En-2-One is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity suitable for fragrance applications. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing including GC, IR, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and organoleptic properties is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic musky, amber odor
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.4770 - 1.4820
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.950 - 0.960

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