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2-Hexylidene Cyclopentanone

Aroma Chemical CAS 17373-89-6

A warm jasmine note with a spicy fruity character.

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Odor profile

Descriptor 1 Floral
Descriptor 2 Jasmin
Descriptor 3 Green

Identification

CAS Number17373-89-6
INCI Name2-hexylidenecyclopentanone
CategoryAroma Chemical
FormulaC11H18O
Mol. Weight166.26
IUPAC Name(2E)-2-hexylidenecyclopentan-1-one
InChIKeyWZPGQHVPSKTELT-JXMROGBWSA-N

Synonyms

gessamide (A.C.S. International), 2-hexylidene cyclopentan-1-one, alpha-hexylidene cyclopentanone, (2E)-2-hexylidenecyclopentan-1-one, 2-hexylidenecyclopentan-1-one, 2-hexylidenecyclopentanone, jasmalone

Physical and chemical data

Boiling Point 257.00 °C
Flash Point 107.22 °C
Density 0.90700
Refractive Index 1.47700
Vapor Pressure 0.013000 mmHg @ 25.00 C. (est)
LogP 1.996
Solubility alcohol; water, 43.35 mg/L @ 25 C (est); For experimental / research use only.
Appearance pale yellow clear liquid

Regulatory status

IFRA maximum concentrations

CategoryUseLimit in the finished product
Category 1 Lip products, toys 0.023 %
Category 2 Deodorants, antiperspirants 0.0069 %
Category 3 Eye products 0.14 %
Category 4 Fine fragrance 0.13 %
Category 5A Body lotion 0.033 %
Category 5B Face cream 0.033 %
Category 5C Hand cream 0.033 %
Category 5D Baby creams, oils 0.033 %
Category 6 Oral care, mouthwash 0.076 %
Category 7A Rinse-off hair products 0.26 %
Category 7B Leave-on hair products 0.26 %
Category 8 Intimate and baby wipes 0.014 %
Category 9 Soap, shampoo, rinse-off 0.25 %
Category 10A Household care, hand contact 0.90 %
Category 10B Aerosol air fresheners 0.90 %
Category 11A Intended skin contact 0.50 %
Category 11B Minimal skin contact 0.50 %
Category 12 No skin contact, candles Not restricted
IFRA Amendment49
Restriction TypeRestriction
Critical EffectDermal Sensitization

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