Description

3-Ethyl-6-Methyl-5-Hepten-2-One is a high-purity, unsaturated ketone with a distinctive, powerful green and fruity odor profile, making it a valuable intermediate and fragrance ingredient. Its chemical structure provides unique reactivity and organoleptic properties that are essential for creating complex aroma molecules and specialty chemical syntheses. This compound is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavors and fragrances (F&F) industry, as well as by fine chemical producers for use in organic synthesis.

Application

• Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a key building block or modifier in the synthesis of high-value aroma chemicals, imparting green, fruity, and woody notes to perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care products.
• Flavor Intermediate: Used in the creation of complex flavoring agents for food and beverages, contributing to natural-tasting fruit and herb profiles.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile intermediate in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research, particularly in reactions involving carbonyl and olefin functionalities.
• Specialty Chemicals: Employed in the production of agrochemicals, polymers, and other industrial products where its specific carbon skeleton is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethyl-6-Methyl-5-Hepten-2-One
CAS No.	2550-16-5
Molecular Formula	C10H18O
Molecular Weight	154.25 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hepten-2-one, 3-ethyl-6-methyl-; 6-Methyl-3-ethyl-5-hepten-2-one; Ethyl Methyl Heptenone; Isobutylidene Methyl Ethyl Ketone; FEMA 3455; 3-Ethyl-6-methylhept-5-en-2-one; 3-Ethyl-6-methyl-5-heptene-2-one
EINECS	219-847-8

Quality Control

Our 3-Ethyl-6-Methyl-5-Hepten-2-One is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We adhere to relevant industry standards for fragrance and fine chemical ingredients. Comprehensive testing, including GC analysis for purity and identity confirmation, is performed. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere if prolonged exposure is expected during use.

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 - 0.860
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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