Description

3-Octen-2-One is an unsaturated ketone with a distinct, powerful green and fatty odor profile. This compound matters as a key flavor and fragrance intermediate, prized for its ability to impart fresh, earthy, and mushroom-like notes to complex formulations. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, food and beverage, and cosmetic industries for creating authentic natural aromas.

Application

• As a key flavoring agent for creating mushroom, earthy, and green vegetable flavor profiles in savory food products and snacks.
• As a fragrance ingredient in perfumery for adding fresh, leafy, and natural green top notes to fine fragrances and personal care products.
• In the synthesis of more complex aroma chemicals and flavor enhancers for the food industry.
• As a reference standard or analytical reagent in quality control laboratories for flavor and fragrance analysis.
• For research and development purposes in organic chemistry and sensory science studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Octen-2-One
CAS No.	1669-44-9
Molecular Formula	C8H14O
Molecular Weight	126.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Octen-2-one; (E)-3-Octen-2-one; trans-3-Octen-2-one; 3-Octen-2-on; 1-Methyl-2-hexenyl ketone; 2-Hexenyl methyl ketone; Methyl hexenyl ketone; FEMA 3416
EINECS	216-807-1

Quality Control

Our 3-Octen-2-One is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide material that meets the specifications for use as a flavor and fragrance ingredient. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and physical parameters is available for every batch upon request, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, keep containers tightly sealed when not in use and away from heat sources and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.840 - 0.850
Odor	Characteristic green, fatty, mushroom-like

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