Description

2-Methylcyclooctanone is a specialized alicyclic ketone of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and fragrance chemistry. Its unique structural motif, featuring a methyl-substituted eight-membered ring, makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and flavor & fragrance industries. Its utility stems from its role as a chiral building block and a source of specific olfactory notes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key chiral synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring complex alicyclic frameworks.
• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Used in the creation of sophisticated, musky, or woody aroma profiles for high-end perfumes, personal care products, and specialty flavor formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in academic and industrial research for cyclization reactions, carbon-carbon bond formation, and the synthesis of natural product analogs.
• Chemical Research Standard: Acts as a reference standard or starting material in methodological studies, catalysis research, and stereochemistry investigations.
• Specialty Polymer Modification: Potential use as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored thermal or mechanical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylcyclooctanone
CAS No.	10363-27-6
Molecular Formula	C9H16O
Molecular Weight	140.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylcyclooctan-1-one; Methylcyclooctanone; Cyclooctanone, 2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-1-cyclooctanone; 2-Methylcyclooctyl ketone
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methylcyclooctanone is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and physical properties are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.465 - 1.475
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.910 - 0.930

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