Description

8,12-Dimethyltridec-11-En-6-One is a specialized organic ketone compound with a unique branched, unsaturated hydrocarbon chain. This structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in fine chemical synthesis, particularly for creating complex fragrance molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the fragrance, flavor, and pharmaceutical industries for its role in synthesizing high-value target compounds.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of musk-like odorants and other complex aroma chemicals.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral intermediate or a structural motif in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Synthesis Research: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for studying carbon-carbon bond formation and ketone chemistry.
• Specialty Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the production of custom surfactants, lubricant additives, or other performance chemicals requiring specific hydrocarbon frameworks.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Potential use in the synthesis of certain pheromones or bioactive compounds for crop protection.

Basic Information

Product Name	8,12-Dimethyltridec-11-En-6-One
CAS No.	68141-18-4
Molecular Formula	C15H28O
Molecular Weight	224.38 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Tridecanone, 8,12-dimethyl-11-ene; 8,12-Dimethyl-11-tridecen-6-one; 11-Tridecen-6-one, 8,12-dimethyl-; (E)-8,12-Dimethyltridec-11-en-6-one; (Z)-8,12-Dimethyltridec-11-en-6-one; Unsaturated C15 Ketone; Branched Tridecenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8,12-Dimethyltridec-11-En-6-One is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopy (IR, NMR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; minimize headspace and exposure to air after opening.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Isomeric Purity (GC)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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