Methyl Heptenone
CAS: 110-93-0
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Identifiers
Manufacturer
Givaudan
CAS number
110-93-0
CAS (all sources)
110-93-0
CAS (Perfumiarz)
110-93-0
CAS (PerfumersWorld)
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CAS (FraterWork)
110-93-0
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INCI name (FraterWork)
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IUPAC name (FraterWork)
6-Methylhept-5-en-2-one
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Scent profile
Note (Perfumiarz)
Top note
Note type (FraterWork)
Top Note
Odour family (FraterWork)
Citrus
Odour profile (FraterWork)
Methyl Heptenone has a fresh green-citrus aroma with lemongrass
character, fruity apple-pear facets, musty ketonic undertones, and herbaceous
brightness.
Longevity (FraterWork)
Lasts > 4 hours on a smelling strip.
Appearance (FraterWork)
Clear liquid
Descriptions
Description
Methyl Heptenone occurs naturally in essential oils of plants like palmarosa,
citronella, verbena, and lemongrass. It is also a component of 'petitgrain,' an
essence from citrus tree leaves.
In isolation, it has a strong scent, reminiscent of a mix of benzyl acetate with
green-citrus nuances.
Odor description (Perfumiarz)
Methyl Heptenone occurs naturally in essential oils of plants like palmarosa,
citronella, verbena, and lemongrass. It is also a component of 'petitgrain,' an
essence from citrus tree leaves.
In isolation, it has a strong scent, reminiscent of a mix of benzyl acetate with
green-citrus nuances.
Comment (FraterWork)
Methyl Heptenone opens with bright green-citrus freshness—lemongrass-like,
fruity, and immediately uplifting. The apple-pear facets add juicy naturalism,
while musty undertones provide unexpected depth. Herbaceous nuances recall
verbena and citronella, creating a versatile top note material that bridges
citrus and green families effortlessly.
Use Methyl Heptenone to add natural green freshness to hesperidic top notes and
agrestic accords. It excels in lemongrass reconstructions, apple compositions,
and citrus colognes seeking herbaceous lift. Blend with citral, linalool, and
geraniol for lemongrass effects, or with fruity esters for apple-pear
naturalism.
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Notes
Methyl Heptenone opens with bright green-citrus freshness—lemongrass-like,
fruity, and immediately uplifting. The apple-pear facets add juicy naturalism,
while musty undertones provide unexpected depth. Herbaceous nuances recall
verbena and citronella, creating a versatile top note material that bridges
citrus and green families effortlessly.
Use Methyl Heptenone to add natural green freshness to hesperidic top notes and
agrestic accords. It excels in lemongrass reconstructions, apple compositions,
and citrus colognes seeking herbaceous lift. Blend with citral, linalool, and
geraniol for lemongrass effects, or with fruity esters for apple-pear
naturalism.
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Usage
Uses (FraterWork)
Adds green-citrus freshness to hesperidic top notes, creates lemongrass
and apple accords, provides natural lift in soaps and functional fragrances.
IUPAC Name: 6-Methylhept-5-en-2-one
IFRA 51 (FraterWork)
No restriction for category 4
Odour Family: Citrus
Appearance: Clear liquid
Longevity: Lasts > 4 hours on a smelling strip.
Odour Profile: Methyl Heptenone has a fresh green-citrus aroma with lemongrass
character, fruity apple-pear facets, musty ketonic undertones, and herbaceous
brightness.
Uses: Adds green-citrus freshness to hesperidic top notes, creates lemongrass
and apple accords, provides natural lift in soaps and functional fragrances.
IUPAC Name: 6-Methylhept-5-en-2-one
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