Description

7-Octen-2-One is a versatile, unsaturated ketone with a distinctive fruity, green aroma. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the fragrance and flavor industry. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D chemists in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking to create specific olfactory profiles or functional chemical structures.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: A key intermediate for synthesizing aroma chemicals with fruity, green, or citrus notes.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block in the production of certain pesticides and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Polymer and Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis: A valuable reagent for carbon-carbon bond formation and other reactions in academic and industrial research laboratories.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Employed in the synthesis of specialty esters and other compounds used in personal care formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Octen-2-One
CAS No.	3664-60-6
Molecular Formula	C8H14O
Molecular Weight	126.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Octen-7-one; 7-Octen-2-one; 1-Methyl-1-hepten-6-one; 6-Hepten-2-one, 1-methyl-; (E)-7-Octen-2-one; (Z)-7-Octen-2-one; 1-Methyl-6-hepten-2-one; 1-Hepten-6-one, 1-methyl-
EINECS	222-911-5

Quality Control

Our 7-Octen-2-One is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, IR, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.840 - 0.860
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.440

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