Description

Cyclopentadecanone CAS NO 502-72-7 is a high-purity macrocyclic ketone, also known as Exaltone, valued for its unique and persistent musky aroma. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and fragrance ingredient, prized for its stability and ability to enhance and fix scent profiles. It is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance and flavor industry, as well as for researchers in organic synthesis and material science.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: A key musk ingredient in premium perfumes, cosmetics, soaps, and detergents for its long-lasting, warm, and animalic scent character.
• Aroma Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a fundamental building block for synthesizing more complex macrocyclic musk compounds and other specialty aroma chemicals.
• Organic & Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in research and development for creating macrocyclic lactones, ketones, and other complex molecular structures with potential biological activity.
• Functional Materials: Investigated for use in polymer science and material engineering due to its specific ring size and chemical properties.
• Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and research in fragrance analysis and chemical identification.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cyclopentadecanone
CAS No.	502-72-7
Molecular Formula	C15H28O
Molecular Weight	224.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Exaltone; 15-Pentadecanone; Normuscone; Cyclopentadecan-1-one; Muscone (synthetic analog); 1-Cyclopentadecanone; Pentadecanone, cyclic; NSC 66449
EINECS	207-951-2

Quality Control

Our Cyclopentadecanone is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with industry standards for fragrance ingredients and fine chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	62 - 66 °C
Odor	Characteristic musky odor

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