Description

10-Methyl-4-Undecanone is a specialized aliphatic ketone with a unique branched-chain structure. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and a potential source of specific organoleptic properties in high-value formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and fine chemical synthesis industries. The product is supplied to meet the stringent quality and consistency requirements of these advanced applications.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Used as a building block or modifier in the creation of novel musk, fruity, or waxy odor profiles for perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other specialty chemicals, leveraging its reactive ketone group.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D settings for studying reaction mechanisms, developing new catalytic processes, or creating novel polymeric materials.
• Specialty Solvent: Functions as a solvent for specific resins, polymers, or in formulation chemistry where its volatility and solvency power are advantageous.

Basic Information

Product Name	10-Methyl-4-Undecanone
CAS No.	29379-12-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₄O
Molecular Weight	184.32 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Undecanone, 10-methyl-; 10-Methylundecan-4-one; Dihydroisojasmone; Isojasmone (dihydro); 3-Methylbutyl pentyl ketone; 5-Methyl-2-undecanone; FEMA 3762
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Quality Control

Our 10-Methyl-4-Undecanone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation and to minimize headspace in partially used containers. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.428 - 1.432
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.820 - 0.830

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