Description

Methylcyclopentadecenone CAS NO 82356-51-2 is a high-value macrocyclic ketone renowned for its unique and powerful musky-amber olfactory profile. This compound is prized for its ability to impart long-lasting, substantive, and complex fragrance notes, making it a cornerstone in sophisticated perfume compositions. It is an essential ingredient for fragrance houses and cosmetic manufacturers seeking to create premium personal care products, fine fragrances, and functional scents.

Application

• Fine Fragrance Formulation: A key component in luxury perfumes, eau de parfums, and colognes, providing a rich, warm, and persistent musky-amber base note.
• Personal Care Products: Used in premium soaps, shower gels, lotions, and deodorants to enhance scent longevity and stability.
• Home & Fabric Care: Incorporated into fabric softeners, detergents, and air fresheners for a long-lasting, clean, and sophisticated aroma.
• Functional Fragrances: Applied in candles, diffusers, and other ambient scenting products due to its excellent vapor pressure and tenacity.
• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Synergy: Acts as a powerful fixative and blender, harmonizing and extending the life of other fragrance ingredients in complex accords.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methylcyclopentadecenone
CAS No.	82356-51-2
Molecular Formula	C16H28O
Molecular Weight	236.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Muscenone; (Z)-4-Cyclopentadecen-1-one, 3-methyl-; 3-Methylcyclopentadec-4-en-1-one; Delta Muscenone; Globalide Ketone; Exaltone; Musk Ketone (related macrocyclic); Muscone analog
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Quality Control

Our Methylcyclopentadecenone is produced and tested to meet the stringent requirements of the fragrance industry. Each batch is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques to ensure high purity, consistent olfactory profile, and chemical identity. We adhere to GMP principles, and a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, specific rotation, and organoleptic properties is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at 15-25°C. This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, maintaining an inert atmosphere (e.g., under nitrogen) is recommended to preserve optimal quality and shelf life. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Odor	Characteristic powerful musky-amber
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.920 - 0.935
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.480 - 1.495

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