Description

δ-Tridecanolactone is a high-purity macrocyclic lactone, also known as 13-Tridecanolide, with the CAS number 7370-92-5. This compound is valued for its unique musky, creamy, and animalic odor profile, making it a critical ingredient in sophisticated fragrance creation. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance industry for use in perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care products to impart long-lasting, complex scent characteristics.

Application

• Fine Fragrance Formulation: Serves as a key musk component in high-end perfumes, eau de toilettes, and colognes for its persistent and warm olfactory notes.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Products: Incorporated into lotions, creams, soaps, and deodorants to provide a stable and appealing fragrance base.
• Flavor Enhancement: Used in trace amounts to impart creamy, milky nuances in certain food flavorings and edible compositions.
• Aromatherapy & Home Scents: A valuable component in scented candles, diffuser oils, and air fresheners for its rich and diffusive aroma.
• Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a building block in the synthesis of other complex macrocyclic compounds for research and specialty chemical applications.
• Industrial Deodorants: Utilized in functional products to mask odors in industrial settings or consumer goods.

Basic Information

Product Name	δ-Tridecanolactone
CAS No.	7370-92-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₄O₂
Molecular Weight	212.33 g/mol
Synonyms	13-Tridecanolide; ω-Tridecalactone; Oxacyclotetradecan-2-one; Tridecanolide; Globalide® (trade name); Muscolide; Macrocyclic Musk Lactone; (13-Oxacyclotetradecan-2-one)
EINECS	230-917-6

Quality Control

Our δ-Tridecanolactone is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for fragrance applications. Each lot is analyzed against rigorous internal specifications, including identity, assay, and olfactory profile. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical constants, and chromatographic data is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your requirements.

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 and heat sources to maintain product integrity and olfactory quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Odor	Characteristic musky, creamy
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.460 - 1.470
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.940 - 0.960

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