Description

Methyl Cedryl Ketone is a high-value synthetic fragrance ingredient prized for its powerful, woody-ambery character with excellent stability and tenacity. This versatile compound is essential for creating sophisticated, long-lasting scent profiles in fine perfumery and functional products. It is a key component for fragrance houses and manufacturers in the personal care, home care, and cosmetic industries seeking to impart a warm, elegant, and persistent olfactory signature.

Application

• Fine Fragrance Formulation: Used as a base note in perfumes, eau de toilettes, and colognes to provide a rich, woody-amber foundation.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated into soaps, shower gels, lotions, and deodorants for long-lasting fragrance retention.
• Home & Fabric Care: Enhances the scent profile of premium laundry detergents, fabric softeners, and air fresheners.
• Cosmetic Products: Adds a luxurious, warm note to scented creams, powders, and other cosmetic preparations.
• Functional Fragrancing: Employed in candles, diffusers, and other home ambiance products for its stable and diffusive aroma.
• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Synergy: Acts as a powerful blender and fixative in complex fragrance accords, enhancing overall performance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl Cedryl Ketone
CAS No.	73398-84-2
Molecular Formula	C17H26O
Molecular Weight	246.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetyl Cedrene; 1-(2,3,8,8-Tetramethyl-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydronaphthalen-2-yl)ethan-1-one; Cedryl Methyl Ketone; 8-Acetyl-1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octahydro-1,1,6,7-tetramethylnaphthalene; Methyl Cedryl Ketone (Iso); Vertofix® Coeur (Trade Name); Lixetone (Trade Name)
EINECS	277-413-1

Quality Control

Our Methyl Cedryl Ketone is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and olfactory profile. Our quality commitment aligns with the standards expected by the global fragrance industry, including compliance with IFRA guidelines and relevant regulatory frameworks like REACH.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C/59-77°F). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its nature, prolonged exposure to air and light should be minimized to preserve product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic woody, ambery
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.515 - 1.525
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.995 - 1.010
Solubility	Miscible with alcohols and oils; insoluble in water

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