6-Methyl-5-hepten-2-one

Independent reference data for 6-Methyl-5-hepten-2-one (CAS 110-93-0), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Found in oil of lemon grass; Used in organic synthesis and in perfumes and flavoring; [Hawley]Used as flavor enhancer; [FDA] Used mainly for chemical synthesis (closed systems); Also used in cleaning agents and as a flavor or aroma additive in cosmetics and food; [OECD SIDS]

Synonyms and trade names

6-METHYL-5-HEPTEN-2-ONE; 6-Methylhept-5-en-2-one; 110-93-0; Sulcatone; METHYL HEPTENONE; 5-HEPTEN-2-ONE, 6-METHYL-; 2-Oxo-6-methylhept-5-ene; FEMA No. 2707; DTXSID5021629; NSC-15294; DTXCID501629; CHEBI:16310; RefChem:818618; DTXSID9027152; 203-816-7; Methylheptenone

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVOR ENHANCER Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Citrus, Mushroom, Pepper, Rubber, Strawberry No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
GHS notification summary	0.1% (1 / 1601)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	0.1% (1 / 1601)
Reported hazard statements	H226 (100%), H319 (74.4%), H302 (83.5%), H315 (83.8%), H317 (85.3%), H320, H336

H226 (100%): Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]

H319 (74.4%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]

What the public record says

6-Methyl-5-hepten-2-one is identified by CAS 110-93-0, molecular formula C8H14O and molecular weight 126.10 g/mol. UNII 448353S93V; ChEBI 16310; InChIKey UHEPJGULSIKKTP-UHFFFAOYSA-N. Boiling Point: 173 °C @ 760 MM HG; Boiling Point: 72.00 to 73.00 °C. @ 18.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 173.1 °C.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.