Description

6-Tridecanone is a high-purity, long-chain aliphatic ketone with the CAS registry number 22026-12-6. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its defined carbon chain length and ketone functionality. It is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for product development and process optimization.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of musk-like aroma chemicals and other complex odorants.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a crucial precursor for the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and liquid crystals.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying ketone chemistry and developing novel synthetic pathways.
• Specialty Solvent and Extractant: Utilized in specialized separation processes and formulations due to its specific solvency properties.
• Polymer Additive Intermediate: Serves in the manufacture of plasticizers, stabilizers, and other performance-enhancing polymer additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Tridecanone
CAS No.	22026-12-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₆O
Molecular Weight	198.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Tridecan-6-one; 6-Oxotridecane; n-Tridecan-6-one; 6-Ketotridecane; Methyl n-heptyl ketone; Heptyl methyl ketone; 1-Heptylacetone
EINECS	244-728-3

Quality Control

Our 6-Tridecanone is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profile. We are committed to meeting the specific requirements of our global B2B clients, with quality standards that support applications from industrial synthesis to more demanding research uses.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential oxidation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20/D)	1.430 - 1.435
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.820 - 0.830

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