Description

2,6-Dimethyloct-7-en-4-one is a highly volatile, unsaturated ketone with a distinctive fruity, green, and woody aroma profile. This compound matters as a versatile and potent fragrance intermediate, prized for its ability to impart fresh, natural top notes to complex scent formulations. Perfumers and flavorists in the fragrance, cosmetic, and fine chemical industries need it for creating sophisticated aromas in perfumes, personal care products, and specialty chemical applications.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: A key building block for synthesizing high-value aroma chemicals and as a direct component in fine fragrance compositions.
• Perfumery: Used to create and enhance fresh, green, and fruity top notes in luxury perfumes, eau de toilettes, and body sprays.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into scented formulations for soaps, shampoos, lotions, and deodorants to provide a clean, natural olfactory character.
• Household Products: Employed in air fresheners, detergents, and fabric softeners to deliver pleasant and persistent fresh scents.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a valuable chiral intermediate or starting material in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Flavor Creation: Used in trace amounts to develop complex fruity flavor nuances for specialty food and beverage applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dimethyloct-7-en-4-one
CAS No.	1879-00-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₈O
Molecular Weight	154.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Dimethyl-7-octen-4-one; Dihydrotagetone; (E)-2,6-Dimethyloct-7-en-4-one; (Z)-2,6-Dimethyloct-7-en-4-one; 7-Octen-4-one, 2,6-dimethyl-; Tagetone (dihydro-); FEMA 4101; Flavis No. 07.149
EINECS	217-522-0

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dimethyloct-7-en-4-one is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and olfactory consistency meet the high standards required by the fragrance industry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, specific gravity, refractive index, and organoleptic properties is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Due to its highly volatile nature, keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Ensure containers are kept upright and properly sealed to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic fresh, green, fruity
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.840 - 0.860
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.450

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