| beta-Damascone[1] | |
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(E)-1-(2,6,6-Trimethyl-1-cyclohexenyl)but-2-en-1-one |
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Other names
Rose ketones |
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| Identifiers | |
| CAS number | 23726-91-2 |
| PubChem | 5374527 |
| Jmol-3D images | Image 1 |
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| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | C13H20O |
| Molar mass | 192.30 g/mol |
| Density | 0.934 g/mL |
| Hazards | |
| R-phrases | R43 |
| S-phrases | S36/37 |
| (verify) (what is: /?) Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) |
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| Infobox references | |
Damascones are a series of closely related chemical compounds that are components of a variety of essential oils. The damascones belong to a family of chemicals known as rose ketones, which also includes damascenones and ionones. beta-Damascone is a contributor to the aroma of roses, despite its relatively low concentration, and is an important fragrance chemical used in perfumery.[2]
The damascones are derived from the degradation of carotenoids.