Description

2-Methylcyclopentanone is a versatile alicyclic ketone characterized by its distinctive minty, camphoraceous odor. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in organic synthesis, prized for its reactivity and role in creating complex molecular structures. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical sectors seeking high-purity specialty chemicals.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Used as a key component in creating minty, camphoraceous, and woody olfactory notes for perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile starting material or intermediate in various organic reactions, including alkylations, condensations, and ring-opening transformations.
• Solvent and Extraction Agent: Employed as a specialty solvent in specific laboratory and industrial processes due to its selective solvation properties.
• Research & Development: Utilized in chemical research for method development and the study of ketone chemistry and cyclopentane derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylcyclopentanone
CAS No.	1120-72-5
Molecular Formula	C6H10O
Molecular Weight	98.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylcyclopentan-1-one; Methylcyclopentanone; 2-MCP; α-Methylcyclopentanone; Cyclopentanone, 2-methyl-; FEMA 4236; 1-Methyl-2-oxocyclopentane
EINECS	214-317-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Methylcyclopentanone is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and composition. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.436 - 1.440
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.910 - 0.920
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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