Description

6-Methyl-5-(4-Methyl-2-Furyl)-2-Heptanone is a specialized ketone compound featuring a furan ring, known for its unique organoleptic properties and utility as a synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in creating complex flavor and fragrance profiles, offering a valuable building block for high-value synthesis. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance industry, as well as by research and development chemists working on fine chemical synthesis and novel material development.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a key intermediate or component in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals for perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care products.
• Food Flavoring Agent: Used in the development of sophisticated flavor compositions for processed foods and beverages.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a versatile building block in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals due to its reactive ketone group and furan moiety.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying furan chemistry, developing new synthetic methodologies, and creating novel compounds with specific sensory or biological activities.
• Aroma Chemical Production: A precursor in the manufacturing of specific musk or woody-type fragrance molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methyl-5-(4-Methyl-2-Furyl)-2-Heptanone
CAS No.	41059-93-2
Molecular Formula	C13H20O2
Molecular Weight	208.30 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(4-Methyl-2-furyl)-6-methyl-2-heptanone; 6-Methyl-5-(4-methyl-2-furanyl)-2-heptanone; 2-Heptanone, 6-methyl-5-(4-methyl-2-furanyl)-; FEMA 4106; (RS)-6-Methyl-5-(4-methyl-2-furyl)heptan-2-one
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Quality Control

Our 6-Methyl-5-(4-Methyl-2-Furyl)-2-Heptanone is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical parameters. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of the flavor, fragrance, and fine chemical industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation to maintain optimal quality and prevent degradation. 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)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.480
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.950 - 0.970

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