Description

6-Methyl-4-(2-Methyl-1-Propenyl)Oct-5-En-2-One is a specialized organic ketone compound with a unique branched and unsaturated hydrocarbon structure. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in fine chemical and fragrance applications. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and production specialists in the flavor & fragrance, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for creating novel compounds and functional ingredients.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for the synthesis of novel musk compounds, woody, and amber notes in perfumery.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the development of advanced active ingredients and pheromones for crop protection.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Acts as a versatile chiral intermediate in the synthesis of potential drug candidates and bioactive molecules.
• Organic Synthesis: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for Diels-Alder reactions and other cyclization processes to construct complex ring systems.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Utilized in the manufacture of custom surfactants, polymer modifiers, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methyl-4-(2-Methyl-1-Propenyl)Oct-5-En-2-One
CAS No.	67801-40-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₄O
Molecular Weight	208.34 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Octen-2-one, 6-methyl-4-(2-methyl-1-propenyl)-; 6-Methyl-4-(2-methylpropen-1-yl)oct-5-en-2-one; 4-(2-Methyl-1-propenyl)-6-methyl-5-octen-2-one; (E/Z)-6-Methyl-4-(2-methyl-1-propenyl)oct-5-en-2-one; Unsaturated Ketone C14; Flavor Ketone 67801-40-5
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Quality Control

Our production of 6-Methyl-4-(2-Methyl-1-Propenyl)Oct-5-En-2-One adheres to strict internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (sum of isomers)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.860 - 0.890
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.460 - 1.480

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