Description

5-Hydroxy-4-Octanone is a versatile keto-alcohol compound with a distinct molecular structure that imparts valuable organoleptic and chemical properties. This compound is significant for its role as a key flavor and fragrance intermediate, offering a creamy, buttery nuance. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical synthesis industries for creating complex organoleptic profiles and as a chiral building block.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A crucial intermediate for synthesizing creamy, buttery, and dairy-type flavor compounds used in food products, beverages, and confectionery.
• Aroma Chemical Production: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of sophisticated fragrance ingredients for perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care items.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Utilized as a chiral synthon in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) due to its hydroxy-ketone functionality.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block in fine chemical synthesis for producing more complex molecules, including ligands and specialty polymers.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D settings for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydroxy-4-Octanone
CAS No.	496-77-5
Molecular Formula	C8H16O2
Molecular Weight	144.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Octanone, 5-hydroxy-; 5-Hydroxyoctan-4-one; Butyroin; 5-Hydroxy-4-octanone; DL-Butyroin; (±)-Butyroin; 4-Hydroxy-5-octanone (tautomer)
EINECS	207-831-4

Quality Control

Our 5-Hydroxy-4-Octanone is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise specifications for the flavor, fragrance, and pharmaceutical sectors. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and safety data are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its properties of being easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and highly volatile, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from heat and ignition sources. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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