Description

4,6-Dimethyl-5-Hepten-2-One is a versatile, highly volatile ketone compound valued for its unique organoleptic properties and chemical reactivity. It serves as a crucial intermediate and fragrance ingredient, offering a fresh, green, and slightly fruity olfactory character. This product is essential for manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance industry, as well as for chemical synthesis in fine chemical and pharmaceutical research.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Used as a key component in perfumery for creating green, fruity, and citrusy top notes in fine fragrances, cosmetics, and personal care products.
• Flavor Enhancer: Employed in the formulation of artificial flavors for food and beverages to impart fresh, natural nuances.
• Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a vital building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules for pharmaceutical research and fine chemical production.
• Solvent & Carrier: Utilized in specialized applications requiring a highly volatile organic solvent for coatings or extraction processes.
• Aroma Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for the manufacture of other aroma chemicals and terpenoid derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,6-Dimethyl-5-Hepten-2-One
CAS No.	31162-48-8
Molecular Formula	C9H16O
Molecular Weight	140.22 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hepten-2-one, 4,6-dimethyl-; Dihydrogeranylacetone; 4,6-Dimethylhept-5-en-2-one; 6-Methylhept-5-en-2-one; FEMA 3961; NSC 406915; (E)-4,6-Dimethyl-5-hepten-2-one; (Z)-4,6-Dimethyl-5-hepten-2-one
EINECS	250-500-6

Quality Control

Our 4,6-Dimethyl-5-Hepten-2-One is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, IR, and NMR to verify identity, potency, and the absence of critical impurities. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with 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 open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, keep container tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for extended stability, or at controlled room temperature for short-term 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 - 1.445
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.845 - 0.855
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.2%

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