Description

4-Mercapto-4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-1-Cyclohexen-1-Yl)Butan-2-One is a high-purity, sulfur-containing ketone derivative of β-damascone, valued for its unique organoleptic properties and role as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is essential for creating complex flavor and fragrance molecules, offering a powerful and versatile building block for fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and production facilities in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A critical intermediate for the synthesis of high-value aroma chemicals, particularly sulfur-containing derivatives of damascone, which contribute to fruity, floral, and woody olfactory notes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a specialized building block in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used in organic synthesis for creating complex molecules, leveraging its reactive ketone and thiol functional groups for various coupling and modification reactions.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D settings for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies involving sulfur chemistry.
• Perfumery Compounds: Acts as a precursor for advanced perfume ingredients, where its structure is modified to create unique and long-lasting scent profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Mercapto-4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-1-Cyclohexen-1-Yl)Butan-2-One
CAS No.	40790-02-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₂OS
Molecular Weight	226.38 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Mercapto-4-(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2-butanone; 4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-1-cyclohexen-1-yl)-4-mercaptobutan-2-one; 4-Mercapto-β-damascone; Mercapto-β-damascone; 4-Mercapto-4-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-1-en-1-yl)butan-2-one; β-Damascone mercaptan derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Mercapto-4-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-1-Cyclohexen-1-Yl)Butan-2-One is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, containers must be kept sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (GC/HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	Contact for details
Refractive Index (20°C)	Contact for details

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