Description

1-Octen-3-One is a highly potent and versatile flavor and fragrance compound, recognized for its characteristic mushroom-like, earthy, and metallic notes. This key aroma chemical is essential for creating authentic, natural-tasting flavor profiles and complex fragrance accords. It is a critical ingredient for flavorists and perfumers in the food & beverage, flavor & fragrance, and cosmetic industries seeking to enhance product authenticity and sensory appeal.

Application

• Flavor Formulation: A key component for replicating and enhancing mushroom, truffle, meaty, and earthy notes in savory flavors, processed foods, and gourmet products.
• Fragrance Creation: Used as a top or middle note to impart fresh, green, earthy, and metallic nuances in fine perfumery, personal care, and household products.
• Food & Beverage Enhancement: Employed to boost the natural character of mushroom-based dishes, sauces, soups, and plant-based meat alternatives.
• Aroma Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a valuable intermediate or reference standard in the synthesis of other specialty aroma chemicals.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Incorporated into skincare and bath products to provide subtle, naturalistic scent profiles.
• Research & Development: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories and sensory science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Octen-3-One
CAS No.	4312-99-6
Molecular Formula	C8H14O
Molecular Weight	126.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Octen-3-one; Amyl vinyl ketone; Oct-1-en-3-one; 3-Octen-1-one; Mushroom ketone; Vinyl amyl ketone; 1-Octene-3-one; FEMA 3515
EINECS	224-327-6

Quality Control

Our 1-Octen-3-One is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and specific impurities. Our quality standards are designed to meet the stringent requirements of the flavor and fragrance industry, including compliance with FEMA GRAS and IFRA guidelines where applicable.

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 highly volatile and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) after opening to maintain purity and extend shelf life. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.432 - 1.438
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.835 - 0.845
Solubility	Miscible with alcohol and most organic solvents

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