Description

p-Mentha-1(7)-Ene-2-One is a high-purity, highly volatile monoterpenoid ketone. This compound is valued for its distinctive, fresh, and minty-woody aromatic profile, making it a sought-after ingredient in sophisticated fragrance creation. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance industry, as well as by research and development laboratories working on specialty chemicals and natural product synthesis.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: A key intermediate and building block for creating complex, natural-smelling mint, herbal, and woody fragrance accords in perfumes, colognes, and personal care products.
• Flavor Enhancement: Used in the synthesis of flavoring agents that impart fresh, cooling, and minty notes to food, beverages, and oral care products like toothpaste and mouthwash.
• Aromatherapy & Essential Oils: Serves as a valuable component in the production of high-grade essential oil blends and aromatherapy products for its characteristic aromatic properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile chiral starting material or intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals.
• Research & Development: Supplied to R&D facilities for use as a reference standard, in metabolic studies, or for investigating new applications in green chemistry and biocatalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Mentha-1(7)-Ene-2-One
CAS No.	15297-07-1
Molecular Formula	C10H16O
Molecular Weight	152.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1(7),2-p-Menthadien-2-one; 2-Caren-4-one; 4-Isopropyl-1,6-heptadien-4-one; 4-(1-Methylethyl)-1,6-heptadien-4-one; 4-Isopropylhepta-1,6-dien-4-one; p-Mentha-1(7),2-dien-2-one; 2-Caren-4-one (8CI); NSC 406914
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our p-Mentha-1(7)-Ene-2-One is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed using advanced techniques like GC and GC-MS to ensure identity, purity, and olfactory consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, optical rotation, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at 2-8°C (refrigerated) or as specified on the label to minimize volatility and degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Refractive Index	Contact for details
Relative Density	Contact for details

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