Description

3-Decen-5-One is a versatile, medium-chain unsaturated ketone with a distinctive chemical structure that makes it a valuable building block in organic synthesis. This compound is prized for its ability to introduce specific carbon chain lengths and reactive functionalities into more complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, pharmaceutical intermediate, and specialty chemical sectors for its unique organoleptic and synthetic properties.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance (F&F) Industry: Used as a key intermediate or component in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals, contributing to fruity, waxy, or green olfactory notes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial building block in the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and production of advanced pesticide and herbicide intermediates.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Acts as a versatile reagent in academic and industrial R&D for carbon-carbon bond formation and functional group transformations.
• Specialty Polymers: Potential monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of polymers with specific thermal or mechanical properties.
• Liquid Crystal and Electronic Materials: Investigated as a precursor for materials used in display technologies and organic electronics.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Decen-5-One
CAS No.	32064-73-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₈O
Molecular Weight	154.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Decen-5-one; 5-Decen-3-one; (E)-3-Decen-5-one; (Z)-3-Decen-5-one; 3-Decen-5-One (mixed isomers); Dec-3-en-5-one; Unsaturated C10 ketone
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Decen-5-One is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets your specific research or production requirements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, isomer ratio, and impurity profile is available for each lot upon request, supporting compliance in regulated applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (typical ≥97.0%)
Isomer Ratio (GC)	Specified upon request
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.440 - 1.450
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.840 - 0.860

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