5-Hydroxy-4-octanone CAS 496-77-5

Description

5-Hydroxy-4-octanone Quick Details

Chemical Name: 5-Hydroxy-4-octanone

CAS No.:496-77-5

Molecular Fomula: C8H16O2

Molecular weight: 144.21

Appearance: colorless to yellow liquid

Assay：≥97%

5-Hydroxy-4-octanone Typical Properties

ITEMS	SPECIFICATION
Density	0.916 g/mL
Flash point	175°F
Boiling point	80-82 °C

Product Introduction:

5-Hydroxy-4-octanone is a hydroxyketone that is a valuable aroma chemical. It typically appears as a colorless to pale yellow clear liquid with a characteristic sweet, fruity, creamy, and slightly fatty aroma, often described with nuances of dairy, coconut, or lactonic notes. This compound is known for its ability to impart a rich and smooth character to flavor formulations, making it a versatile ingredient in various food and beverage applications.

Main Uses:

1. Flavor and Fragrance Industry: 5-Hydroxy-4-octanone is used as an aroma chemical in both flavor and fragrance compositions, particularly where specific sweet, creamy, or lactonic notes are desired.

2. Food Flavoring (Dairy & Creamy Notes): It is highly effective in creating or enhancing dairy flavors such as butter, cream, cheese, and milk. It contributes to the richness and mouthfeel in these applications, making it valuable for dairy products, confectionery, and baked goods.

3. Fruity Flavor Compositions: Its sweet and lactonic qualities make it useful in certain fruit flavor formulations, especially those aiming for tropical, coconut, or creamy fruit profiles (e.g., peach, apricot, mango).

4. Sweet Brown and Caramel Flavors: It can also contribute to the complexity of sweet brown flavors like caramel, toffee, and maple, adding a creamy dimension.

5. Beverage Flavoring: In small amounts, it can be used to add body, creaminess, or a specific fruity-dairy nuance to beverages, including milkshakes, fruit drinks, and some alcoholic cocktails.

6. Fragrances: In perfumery, it can be used to add creamy, lactonic, or sweet fruity facets to compositions, particularly in gourmand, floral, or exotic fruit-inspired fragrances.

5-Hydroxy-4-octanone Packaging and Shipping 

customized according to customer needs.

5-Hydroxy-4-octanone Storage

It should be stored in a clean, dry and cool place, preventing from sunlight, rain.