Description

2,7-Dimethyloct-5-en-4-one is a specialized organic ketone with a distinctive unsaturated carbon backbone. This compound is valued for its utility as a versatile chemical intermediate and a potential fragrance ingredient due to its structural characteristics. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical synthesis industries for research and production purposes.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Ingredient: Serves as a building block or a component in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals for perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate in various organic reactions, including Michael additions and carbonyl chemistry, for producing more complex compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the synthesis of novel compounds for crop protection and agrochemical applications.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies and the development of new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,7-Dimethyloct-5-en-4-one
CAS No.	68419-46-5
Molecular Formula	C10H18O
Molecular Weight	154.25 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Octen-4-one, 2,7-dimethyl-; 2,7-Dimethyl-5-octen-4-one; Dihydrotagetone; (E/Z)-2,7-Dimethyloct-5-en-4-one; Iso-Dihydrotagetone; Tagetone isomer; Flavor and Fragrance Ketone FEMA 4101; Contact for EINECS details.

Quality Control

Our 2,7-Dimethyloct-5-en-4-one is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile and light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.840 - 0.860

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