Description

5-Decanone is a high-purity, medium-chain aliphatic ketone with the CAS registry number 820-29-1. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and solvent, valued for its balanced volatility and solvency power in specialized formulations. It is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the fragrance, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical sectors seeking reliable building blocks for synthesis and extraction processes.

Application

• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Used as a synthetic intermediate or a component in creating fruity, waxy, or creamy aroma profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key intermediate in the production of certain pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in organic synthesis routes for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Specialty Solvent: Functions as a processing solvent for resins, polymers, and in various extraction processes due to its organic solvent properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a standard or reagent in organic synthesis and analytical chemistry laboratories.
• Lubricant and Fuel Additives: Utilized as a precursor or additive component to modify properties like viscosity and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Decanone
CAS No.	820-29-1
Molecular Formula	C10H20O
Molecular Weight	156.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Dibutyl ketone; Butyl ketone; n-Butyl ketone; Amyl ketone; Pentyl ketone; 5-Oxodecane; Decan-5-one; Valerone
EINECS	212-482-5

Quality Control

Our 5-Decanone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC), to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We adhere to relevant ISO standards and can support customer-specific quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong oxidizing agents. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.422 - 1.426
Density (20°C)	0.824 - 0.828 g/mL
Boiling Point	Approx. 210°C

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