E,E-Farnesylacetone

• CAT Number: R023578
• CAS Number: 1117-52-8
• Molecular Formula: C18H30O
• Molecular Weight: 262.44
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: (5E,9E)-6,10,14-Trimethyl-5,9,13-pentadecatrien-2-one; (E,E)-6,10,14-Trimethyl-5,9,13-pentadecatrien-2-one; E,E-Farnesylacetone; trans,trans-Farnesylacetone
• Storage: Store at -20°C
• IUPAC Name: (5E,9E)-6,10,14-trimethylpentadeca-5,9,13-trien-2-one
• InChI: InChI=1S/C18H30O/c1-15(2)9-6-10-16(3)11-7-12-17(4)13-8-14-18(5)19/h9,11,13H,6-8,10,12,14H2,1-5H3/b16-11+,17-13+
• InChIKey: LTUMRKDLVGQMJU-IUBLYSDUSA-N
• SMILES: CC(=CCCC(=CCCC(=CCCC(=O)C)C)C)C

E,E-Farnesylacetone (Cat No.: R023578) is a naturally occurring sesquiterpenoid ketone with the molecular formula C₁₈H₃₀O. It features a long hydrocarbon chain with two trans (E) double bonds and a terminal ketone group. Found in various essential oils and plant resins, E,E-Farnesylacetone is known for its pleasant, woody aroma and is used in fragrances and flavorings. It also serves as an intermediate in the biosynthesis of sterols and other terpenoids. Its structure offers versatility for use in chemical, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic formulations.