Description

(Z)-6,10-Dimethyl-9-Methylene-5-Undecen-2-One is a high-purity, unsaturated ketone with a distinctive woody, amber-like aroma, making it a valuable intermediate and fragrance ingredient. Its specific stereochemistry and functional groups are critical for achieving desired olfactory profiles and chemical reactivity in advanced synthesis. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and fine chemical industries seeking consistent quality and reliable supply for their formulations.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: A key building block and aroma chemical for creating sophisticated woody, amber, and musk accords in perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care products.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial chiral intermediate in the synthesis of complex natural products, pharmaceuticals, and other specialty chemicals.
• Research & Development: Used as a reference standard and starting material in organic chemistry research for studying terpenoid synthesis and odorant-receptor interactions.
• Functional Fluids & Additives: Potential application in the formulation of specialty lubricants and functional additives where its specific structure can impart desired properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-6,10-Dimethyl-9-Methylene-5-Undecen-2-One
CAS No.	64854-46-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₂O
Molecular Weight	206.32 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Undecen-2-one, 6,10-dimethyl-9-methylene-, (5Z)-; (Z)-6,10-Dimethyl-9-methylene-5-undecen-2-one; (Z)-α-Irone; (Z)-γ-Irone; Iso-α-Irone (isomer); 9-Methylene-6,10-dimethyl-5-undecen-2-one; Amber Ketone; Woody Ketone
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-6,10-Dimethyl-9-Methylene-5-Undecen-2-One is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch is analyzed to ensure high chemical and isomeric purity, critical for fragrance and synthesis applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) to preserve stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0% (Z-isomer)
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.485 - 1.495
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.920 - 0.935

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