Description

4-Decanone is a high-purity, medium-chain aliphatic ketone, also known as methyl octyl ketone, with the CAS registry number 624-16-8. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and solvent, valued for its predictable reactivity and favorable physical properties in demanding chemical processes. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable performance and consistent quality.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of musk-like aroma chemicals and other complex odorants.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a key building block in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Specialty Solvent: Employed as a reaction medium or extraction solvent in applications requiring a ketone with specific solvency and evaporation rates.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in various organic transformations, including Grignard reactions, aldol condensations, and reductive amination.
• Polymer and Resin Modifier: Functions as a plasticizer or processing aid in specific polymer formulations.
• Laboratory Research: Serves as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and material science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Decanone
CAS No.	624-16-8
Molecular Formula	C10H20O
Molecular Weight	156.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl Octyl Ketone; Decan-4-one; Butyl Hexyl Ketone; 4-Oxodecane; FEMA 2802; NSC 9245
EINECS	210-843-1

Quality Control

Our 4-Decanone is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, IR, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support customized purity grades to meet specific application requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.423 - 1.427
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.822 - 0.826
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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