Description

Undecanone is a high-purity, versatile ketone compound, also known as 2-Undecanone, valued for its unique chemical properties and functional performance. It serves as a critical intermediate and active ingredient across several high-value industrial and research sectors. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the fragrance, agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable quality and consistent supply.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used as a key aromatic component and fixative in perfumery, imparting waxy, fruity, or citrus-like notes to fine fragrances and flavor formulations.
• Agrochemicals: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and insect repellents, leveraging its bioactivity.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed as a solvent and reagent in a wide range of organic transformations, including Grignard reactions and condensations.
• Specialty Chemicals: Functions in the production of polymers, plasticizers, and surface-active agents where specific ketone functionality is required.
• Research & Development: Utilized as a standard or starting material in analytical chemistry and life science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Undecanone
CAS No.	53452-70-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₂₂O
Molecular Weight	170.29 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Undecanone; Methyl nonyl ketone; Nonyl methyl ketone; Undecan-2-one; 1-Nonyl methyl ketone; NSC 403697; FEMA 3093; AI3-00642
EINECS	258-555-0

Quality Control

Our Undecanone is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality protocols are designed to meet the rigorous standards of our global clientele in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Ensure the container is kept upright to prevent leakage.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.428 - 1.432
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.822 - 0.828
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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