Description

3-Methylcyclopentadec-4-En-1-One is a high-purity macrocyclic musk compound, prized for its unique and long-lasting olfactory profile. It serves as a critical fragrance ingredient, offering exceptional stability and tenacity in complex formulations. This product is essential for perfumers and manufacturers in the fragrance and flavor industries seeking to create sophisticated, high-end consumer products.

Application

• Fine Fragrance Formulation: A key ingredient in premium perfumes, eau de toilettes, and colognes, providing a rich, musky base note with excellent fixative properties.
• Personal Care Products: Used in scented lotions, deodorants, soaps, and shampoos to impart a long-lasting and luxurious fragrance character.
• Home & Fabric Care: Incorporated into detergents, fabric softeners, and air fresheners for a persistent and pleasant scent on textiles and in the home environment.
• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Intermediates: Acts as a valuable building block or modifier in the synthesis of other complex aroma chemicals.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Employed in high-end cosmetic formulations where a distinctive and enduring scent is desired.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylcyclopentadec-4-En-1-One
CAS No.	36399-15-2
Molecular Formula	C16H28O
Molecular Weight	236.39 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylcyclopentadec-4-en-1-one; Muscenone; (Z)-3-Methylcyclopentadec-4-en-1-one; δ-4-Muscenone; 4-Cyclopentadecen-1-one, 3-methyl-; (Z)-Muscenone; FEMA 3434; Cosmone
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methylcyclopentadec-4-En-1-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, IR, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and olfactory consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your formulation requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic musky odor
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.480 - 1.490
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.920 - 0.935

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