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Alpha Damascone

Alpha Damascone

CAS Number: 43052-87-5

Molecular Formula: C13H20O

Purity: Nlt 95% (Sum Of Isomers)

Ionone-Derived Rose KetoneRose ketone familyHighly diffusiveLuxury floral profilesGRAS, IFRA, REACH, EU Cosmetics RegulatedISO 9001 Plant product

About Alpha Damascone

Alpha Damascone is a powerful, rose-ketone-based aroma compound used in fine perfumery and aroma applications. Part of the ionone family, alpha-damascone has a fruity, floral, rosy character with nuances of apple, plum, and woody undertones. alpha-Damascone adds depth and elegance to floral bouquets and is often used i...

Alpha Damascone Specifications

CAS Number
43052-87-5
Molecular Formula
C13H20O
IUPAC Name
1-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl)but-3-en-1-one
Canonical SMILES
CC1=CCCC(C1C(=O)CC=C)(C)C
InChI Key
GCGZDUFEEQNVPR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
1S/C13H20O/c1-5-7-11(14)12-10(2)8-6-9-13(12,3)4/h5,8,12H,1,6-7,9H2,2-4H3
PubChem CID
520506
EINECS Number
246-430-4
FEMA Number
3659
MDL Number
MFCD00009085
UNSPSC Code
12142000
NACRES
NA.23
HSN No
29142990
Solubility
Soluble in ethanol & essential oils; insoluble in water
Boiling point
267.13 °C
Purity by GC
Nlt 95% (Sum Of Isomers)
Flash point
>93.33 °C
Density
~0.96 g/mL
Refractive Index (20°C)
1.496–1.500
GHS Classification
Skin Irritant: Category 2, Eye Irritant: Category 2A, Mild sensitizer: Category 1B
(H) Statements Code
H315, H319, H317
(P) Statements
P280, P261, P305+P351+P338

Perfumery Preferrence

Frequent in rose, violet, fruity-floral, and spicy-woody accords. Enhances the richness of floral blends and improves fruity top notes

Flavor Industry (FEMA-listed)

Trace quantities for berry, plum, apple and tea blends. Adds depth in fruity and floral flavor profiles

Fragrance Modulation

Preferred with beta-damascone, damascenone, ionone, and methylionone for floral reconstruction

Application Benefits

Delivers long-lasting floral lift and fruity character in both top and heart notes. Enhances depth and diffusion in complex fragrance systems, especially in high-end perfumes and cosmetic blends.

Blending profile

Excellent blending partner for white florals, aldehydes, and musk bases

Storage Temp

15–25°C; protect from light and air

Stacking

Max 2 drums/cartons; ventilated, inert area

Stability

Light-sensitive; oxidizes on prolonged exposure to air

Packaging

Amber glass or aluminum bottles; bulk in HDPE drums

Stacking

Max 2 drums/cartons; ventilated, inert area

Transport Classification

Non-hazardous for general shipment

Shelf Life

24 months in sealed container

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Alpha Damascone FAQs

Minimum Order Quantity

25 kg (evaluation) · 1 MT (commercial)

Lead Time

3 – 5 weeks estimated

Delivery Terms

FOB*

Packaging

20 L pails, 200 L HDPE drums, 1000 L IBC

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