Description

1-(4,6,6-Trimethyl-3-Cyclohexen-1-Yl)-2-Buten-1-One is a high-value fragrance and flavor intermediate known for its unique woody, amber, and tobacco-like olfactory characteristics. This compound is prized for its ability to impart powerful and long-lasting notes, making it a critical component in sophisticated scent and flavor formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and fine chemical industries seeking to create complex, high-impact consumer products.

Application

• Fragrance Industry: A key building block for creating woody, amber, and tobacco accords in perfumes, colognes, and personal care products.
• Flavor Industry: Used to impart subtle tobacco, woody, or spicy nuances in specialty food and beverage flavorings.
• Aromatherapy & Home Scents: Incorporated into diffuser oils, candles, and room sprays for its rich and persistent aromatic profile.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate for the synthesis of more complex fragrance molecules and specialty chemicals.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Employed in soaps, lotions, and other cosmetic products where a stable, long-lasting fragrance is required.
• Industrial Deodorants: Used in high-performance deodorizing applications for its strong masking and pleasant odor properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(4,6,6-Trimethyl-3-Cyclohexen-1-Yl)-2-Buten-1-One
CAS No.	84824-81-7
Molecular Formula	C13H20O
Molecular Weight	192.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Amberketal; 1-(4,6,6-Trimethyl-3-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2-buten-1-one; Amber Ketone; 2-Buten-1-one, 1-(4,6,6-trimethyl-3-cyclohexen-1-yl)-; (E)-1-(4,6,6-Trimethylcyclohex-3-en-1-yl)but-2-en-1-one; CAS 84824-81-7
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Quality Control

Our 1-(4,6,6-Trimethyl-3-Cyclohexen-1-Yl)-2-Buten-1-One is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with industry standards for fragrance and flavor ingredients, ensuring reliability for your critical formulations.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, maintaining an inert atmosphere (e.g., under nitrogen) is recommended to preserve stability and prevent degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.485 - 1.495
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.930 - 0.950

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