Valuable constituent in rose perfumes and flavours.
ALPHA DAMASCONE
| 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
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