1-Octen-3-one
Agent Name
1-Octen-3-one
CAS Number
4312-99-6
Formula
C8-H14-O
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Amyl vinyl ketone; Vinyl amyl ketone; [ChemIDplus] Oct-1-en-3-one; [JECFA]
Category
Aliphatic Ketones, Other
Description
Colorless liquid; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as flavoring agent or adjuvant; [FDA]
Comments
Safe when used as a flavoring agent in food; [JECFA] May polymerize; A skin and strong eye irritant; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
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