Description

6-Dodecanone is a medium-chain aliphatic ketone with the CAS registry number 6064-27-3. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in organic synthesis, valued for its defined carbon chain length and ketone functionality. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and specialty chemical industries for the production of aroma chemicals, pharmaceutical intermediates, and functional materials.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Ingredient: Acts as a key intermediate in the synthesis of musk-like aroma compounds and other specialty fragrance molecules.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for producing more complex molecules, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the manufacture of surfactants, lubricant additives, and plasticizers due to its aliphatic structure.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for studying ketone chemistry and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Solvent and Extraction Agent: Functions as a solvent for specific resins, oils, and in selective extraction processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Dodecanone
CAS No.	6064-27-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₄O
Molecular Weight	184.32 g/mol
Synonyms	Dodecan-6-one; 6-Ketododecane; Hexyl Ketone; n-Hexyl Ketone; Methyl pentyl ketone (homolog); 1-Hexylpentan-1-one; Central Ketone C12
EINECS	228-001-6

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer-specific requirements. Each batch is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, IR, and NMR to confirm identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications are available upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.428 - 1.432
Density (20°C)	0.820 - 0.830 g/mL
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.2%

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