Description

2-Tetradecanone is a high-purity, long-chain aliphatic ketone with the CAS registry number 2345-02-9. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and functional ingredient due to its specific carbon chain length and ketone functionality. It is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for synthesis and formulation.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used as a key intermediate or aroma chemical in the synthesis of musk-like scents and complex flavor profiles.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for producing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals.
• Polymer Additives: Employed in the manufacture of plasticizers, stabilizers, and other polymer modifiers.
• Lubricant and Fuel Additives: Serves as a precursor or component in formulating high-performance additives.
• Research & Development: Utilized as a standard or reagent in chemical research and analytical laboratories.
• Surface Active Agents: Can be used in the production of surfactants and emulsifiers for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Tetradecanone
CAS No.	2345-02-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₈O
Molecular Weight	212.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Dodecyl Ketone; Tetradecan-2-one; Myristyl Methyl Ketone; Dodecyl Methyl Ketone; 2-Oxotetradecane; Methyl n-Dodecyl Ketone; NSC 66466
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Quality Control

Our 2-Tetradecanone is produced under a stringent quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets exacting purity and consistency standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles are 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 acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.435 - 1.445
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.820 - 0.830
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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