ALPHA DAMASCONE

Floral green
Floral green
Chemical name:(E)-1-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2-buten-1-one
CAS No:24720-09-0
EINECS No:246-430-4
FEMA No:4088
Synonym:Damascone alpha, trans-Rose ketone-1, Dorinone alpha,
Dihydro floriffone A®
Molecular formula:C13H20O
Molecular weight:192.3

Structural Formula

Chemical name:(E)-1-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-2-buten-1-one
CAS No:24720-09-0
EINECS No:246-430-4
FEMA No:4088
Synonym:Damascone alpha, trans-Rose ketone-1, Dorinone alpha,
Dihydro floriffone A®
Molecular formula:C13H20O
Molecular weight:192.3

Structural Formula

Data Sheet

Appearance:Colourless to pale yellow liquid
Solubility:Soluble in alcohol
Specific gravity:0.928 – 0.943 at 25 °C
Refractive index:1.494 – 1.498 at 20 °C
Acid value:NMT 1.0
Purity by GC:NLT 90% (sum of isomers)

Application

Valuable constituent in rose perfumes and flavours.

Flash Point:

> 110 °C

Storage:

Store in nitrogen-capped, air-tight containers, in full. Store in Aluminum cans, galvanized steel drums. Store in a cool place, protected from light.

Odour Profile

Fruity, Floral, Rose notes with complexion of Apple, Mint and Blackcurrant
Use level :Upto 1.0% in fragrances

Shelf life

24 months under good storage conditions