Methyl Nonyl Ketone
Floral · CAS 112-12-9 · 2 suppliers
What it smells like
Methyl Nonyl Ketone has a waxy, oily-fruity odour with a rosy-orange citrus lift and a distinctive powdery orris-like undertone that becomes herbaceous and slightly rue-like on drydown.
At a glance
| Scent family | Floral |
| CAS number | 112-12-9 |
| Uses | Key material for building rose, orris, and citrus accords; adds waxy lift and body to florals and fougères. |
| Typical usage | 2% in a perfume compound |
| Longevity | Lasts 128 hours on a smelling strip. |
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| INCI name | UNDECAN-2-ONE |
| IUPAC name | Undecan-2-one |
IFRA usage limits (51st Amendment)
No IFRA restriction on record for this material. Always confirm against the current official IFRA Standard for your application.
Where to buy
Available from 2 suppliers, from $3.95.
| Supplier | Manufacturer | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fraterworks | Ventos | from $3.95 | View → |
| The Perfumer's Apprentice | — | from $12.75 | View → |
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