Methyl Amyl Ketone, known for blending well with other ketones, is used in hops, houblon, mulberry, chypre, quince, and as a fortifier for lavender, providing a clear colorless liquid with a versatile scent profile.
Utilized to blend with other ketones and fortify scents like hops, houblon, mulberry, chypre, quince, and lavender, enhancing the fragrance’s complexity.
IUPAC Name: heptan-2-oneCAS Number: 110-43-0
Molecular Formula: C7H14O
Molecular Weight: 114.19 g/mol
Boiling Point: 151.0 °C (303.80 °F)
Melting Point: -35.50 °C (-31.90 °F)
Class: Ketone
Use/s: Scent, Solvent
Synonyms
1: 2-HEPTANONE 2: Heptan-2-one 3: Methyl pentyl ketone 4: Butylacetone 5: Amyl methyl ketone 6: Methyl amyl ketone 7: Methyl n-amyl ketone 8: n-Amyl methyl ketone 9: n-Pentyl methyl ketone
Chemist Says
N-amyl methyl ketone appears as a clear colorless liquid. Flash point 126 °F. Less dense than water and only slightly soluble in water. Hence floats on water. Vapors heavier than air. Density 6.8 lb / gal. Used as a synthetic flavoring and in perfumes.
Scent: Banana-like, Fruity
Scent profile
Scent profiles are inherently subjective and can significantly differ among individuals, and may also be influenced by the conditions at the time of evaluation. The information provided here is a synthesis of data from diverse sources, including books, cross-references, artificial intelligence analyses, and chemical research sites, aiming to present a comprehensive overview. We've distilled this information to highlight the most frequently observed scent profiles for each molecule or compound, offering a generalized perspective.
1: Versatile
2: Fruity, Sharp, Ripe Fruit
3: Fruity, Spicy, Cinnamon-like
4: Penetrating fruity odor
Flammable
Irritant