Description
Fenchone (Formula: C10H16O) is a colorless to pale yellow liquid known for its sweet and camphorous odor. With a purity level of over 75%, it is widely used in the fragrance and flavor industries. This compound has a specific gravity ranging from 1.4500 to 1.4750 at 25°C and a refractive index of 1.5300 to 1.5435 at 25°C, ensuring reliable performance in various applications. The optical rotation ranges from -5° to +5°, indicating its optical activity. For optimal preservation, store this product in a well-fitted container, away from light and heat, ensuring a shelf life of 24 months from the manufacturing date.
| Product Details | Fenchone |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Fenchone |
| Formula | C10H16O |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| CAS Number | 1195-79-5 |
| Odour | Sweet & Camphorous odour |
| Specific Gravity @25°C | 1.4500 – 1.4750 |
| Refractive Index @25°C | 1.5300 – 1.5435 |
| Optical Rotation | -5° – +5° |
| Purity | >75 % |
| Storage | In well fitted container in cool and dark place |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months { 2 years from date of Manufacturing } |




