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Oxacycloheptadec-8-en-2-one

SKU 90037250 CAS 123-69-3 Available on enquiry

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Oxacycloheptadec-8-en-2-one is a macrocyclic lactone used primarily as a fragrance ingredient in the cosmetic and perfume industries. This chemical is identified by CAS number 123-69-3 and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies Oxacycloheptadec-8-en-2-one from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
90037250
CAS Number
123-69-3
IUPAC Name
(8Z)-1-oxacycloheptadec-8-en-2-one
EC Number
204-644-5
Exact Mass
252.2089
SMILES
C1CCCCOC(=O)CCCCC/C=C\CCC1
InChIKey
NVIPUOMWGQAOIT-RQOWECAXSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C16H28O2/c17-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2-1-3-5-7-9-11-13-15-18-16/h2,4H,1,3,5-15H2/b4-2-
PubChem CID
5365703

Synonyms

  • (8Z)-1-oxacycloheptadec-8-en-2-one
  • (Z)-Oxacycloheptadec-8-en-2-one
  • 16-Hydroxy-7-hexadecenoic acid lactone
  • 16-hydroxy-7-hexadecenoic acid, omicron-lactone
  • Ambrettolid
  • Ambrettolide
  • Musk
  • Natural musk ambrette
  • Oxacycloheptadec-8-en-2-one, (8Z)-
  • OXACYCLOHEPTADEC-8-EN-2-ONE, (Z)-

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Boiling Point
398 to 399 °C at 760 mmHg

Source: PubChem CID 5365703 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))

Frequently asked questions

What is Oxacycloheptadec-8-en-2-one used for?

Oxacycloheptadec-8-en-2-one is primarily used as a fragrance ingredient in the cosmetic and perfumery industries.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of this product?

The chemical formula is C16H28O2 and it has a molecular weight of 252.39 g/mol.

How should Oxacycloheptadec-8-en-2-one be stored?

It should be stored in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container, away from direct sunlight and heat sources.

What grade of this product is available?

Please contact our sales team to confirm the current available grade and specifications for this product.

Can Molekula supply this product in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply Oxacycloheptadec-8-en-2-one in bulk quantities to meet your specific manufacturing requirements.

What documentation comes with the order?

Each order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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