Name: Methyl Heptenone
Cas: 110-93-0
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
Directory Guidance on Methyl Heptenone
Chemical Structure

Basic Info
Methyl Heptenone, chemically known as 6-methyl-5-heptene-2-one, is a ketone compound with a fresh citrus and floral aroma with a molecular formula of C8H14O. It usually exists as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with good volatility and stability.
As an important chemical raw material, Methyl Heptenone is widely used in fragrances and daily chemical products. It is particularly suitable as an intermediate for flavor, imparting a fresh, natural scent. In addition, it is also a precursor for many synthetic chemicals and can be used to prepare other fine chemical products, such as certain flavors and cosmetic additives.
Product Introduction
| Melting point | -67.1 °C |
| Boiling point | 73 °C18 mm Hg(lit.) |
| density | 0.855 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| vapor pressure | 1.121hPa at 20℃ |
| FEMA | 2707 | 6-METHYL-5-HEPTEN-2-ONE |
| refractive index | n20/D 1.439(lit.) |
| Fp | 123 °F |
| storage temp. | Sealed in dry,2-8°C |
| solubility | Soluble in methanol and chloroform. |
| form | Liquid |
| Specific Gravity | 0.855 |
| color | Colorless to Light yellow |
| PH | 6.6 (3g/l, H2O, 25℃) |
| Odor | at 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. citrus green musty lemongrass apple |
| Odor Type | citrus |
| explosive limit | 1.1-7.3%(V) |
| Water Solubility | insoluble |
| MF: | C8H14O |
| MW: | 126.2 |
| EINECS: | 203-816-7 |
| Item | Specification |
| Product Name | Methyl Heptenone |
| CAS No. | 110-93-0 |
| Appearance | liquid |
| Shelf Life | 2 years |
| Packing | As your requirements |
Product Packaging
1. Spice industry
Methyl Heptenone has a fresh, slightly sweet citrus and floral aroma and is an important intermediate in the spice industry.
Essence manufacturing: It is widely used to mix floral and citrus essences, such as perfume, detergent, shower gel and air freshener.
Blended spices: They can be combined with other spice ingredients to enhance the layering and persistence of the fragrance, which is common in high-end fragrance products.
2. Cosmetics field
In cosmetics, Methyl Heptenone aromatic properties and chemical stability make it an ideal additive for skincare and beauty products.
Fragrance endowing is used in skin creams, lotions, hair conditioners, and other products to provide a soft and natural fragrance.
Functional additives: In some formulations, they act as solvents or intermediates to help dissolve specific ingredients or enhance the uniformity and absorption of the formulation.
3. Fine chemical industry field
Methyl Heptenone is an important intermediate in many fine chemical products due to its active α, β – unsaturated carbonyl structure.
Medicinal Chemistry is used as a precursor for synthesizing drug molecules, especially in active pharmaceutical molecules requiring ketone structures.
Specialty chemicals are used as starting materials in organic synthesis to manufacture high-value-added chemical products, such as agricultural chemicals and polymer additives.
4. Food additives
Although the dosage is limited, Methyl Heptenone is also used in the food industry:
Food essence: used to prepare citrus and flower flavor food essence to enhance the natural flavor of beverages, candy and baked food.
5. Research and Development
Chemical synthesis research: Its ease of participation in various reactions (such as Michael addition and carbonyl reduction) makes it an important model compound in organic synthesis research.
Catalyst development: Due to its reactivity, it is a test substrate for studying new catalysts, especially optimizing reaction pathways for unsaturated ketones.
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Manufacturer of Methyl Heptenone
Zhishang Chemical is based in Shandong, serves the whole country, faces the world, and is determined to become an excellent supplier and service provider in the chemical industry.
As a top manufacturer of cosmetic raw materials, disinfectants, flavors and fragrances in China, we are committed to producing high-quality products and have won high praise from customers all over the world.
In the next 10 years or even longer, Zhishang will always adhere to the tenet of quality first and reputation first, and devote itself to providing customers with thoughtful and perfect services.
As a professional Methyl Heptenone manufacturer, Zhi shang Chemical has served more than 6,000 customers around the world. Because of our high-quality products and professional services, we have won high praise from most of our customers.
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DO YOU ACCEPT SAMPLE ORDER?
We will make samples before mass production. After the samples are approved by the department and users, we will start mass production. During the production process, we will carry out 100% inspection, and then carry out random inspection before packaging.
WHAT’S YOUR MOQ?
Our MOQ is 1kg. But usually we can also accept a smaller quantity, such as 100g, if you need it, provided that the sample fee is 100% paid.
IS THERE A DISCOUNT?
Different quantity has different discount.
HOW TO CONFIRM WHETHER THE PRODUCT QUALITY MEETS OUR NEEDS BEFORE PLACING AN ORDER?
You can consult us to get free samples of some products, you only need to pay the freight or arrange express delivery to us and get the samples. You can send us the product specifications and requirements you need, and we will manufacture products according to your requirements.
DO YOU SUPPLY PRODUCT REPORT?
Yes. We’ll give you product analysis report before shipping.
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