Description

α-iso-Methylionone is a high-value synthetic fragrance compound prized for its unique woody, floral, and violet-like aroma. This versatile ingredient is essential for creating sophisticated and long-lasting scent profiles in fine perfumery and personal care formulations. It is a critical component for fragrance houses, cosmetic manufacturers, and producers of high-end home care products seeking to impart a rich, complex character to their creations.

Application

• Fine Fragrances & Perfumery: A key building block in luxury perfumes, eaux de toilette, and colognes for its elegant violet and iris notes.
• Personal Care Products: Used in soaps, shower gels, lotions, shampoos, and deodorants to provide a stable and appealing scent.
• Cosmetics & Toiletries: Incorporated into creams, powders, and other cosmetic formulations for fragrance enhancement.
• Home & Fabric Care: Adds a pleasant, lingering freshness to premium laundry detergents, fabric softeners, and air fresheners.
• Aromatherapy & Candles: Employed in scented candles, diffuser oils, and wellness products for its calming and luxurious olfactory properties.
• Flavor & Food Industry: Used in trace amounts to create complex fruity and berry flavor nuances in certain food and beverage applications (subject to regulatory compliance).

Basic Information

Product Name	α-iso-Methylionone
CAS No.	127-51-5
Molecular Formula	C14H22O
Molecular Weight	206.32 g/mol
Synonyms	α-iso-Methylionone; 4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-one; γ-Methylionone; Iso-α-Methylionone; Iso-α-Irone; Methyl γ-ionone; 3-Buten-2-one, 4-(2,6,6-trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-
EINECS	204-846-3

Quality Control

Our α-iso-Methylionone is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. We adhere to relevant industry standards for fragrance ingredients, including those set by IFRA (International Fragrance Association). A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, olfactory profile, and key physical-chemical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee product integrity and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, an inert atmosphere (nitrogen) is recommended to preserve olfactory quality and prevent oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic woody, floral, violet-like
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.498 - 1.504
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.928 - 0.936

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