4-mercapto-4-methylpentan-2-one cas 19872-52-7

4-Mercapto-4-Methylpentan-2-One (CAS 19872-52-7) Comprehensive Guide

Table of Contents

• 1. Product Overview & Specifications
• 2. Key Applications & Uses
• 3. Performance Advantages
• 4. Industry Use Cases
• 5. Client Success Stories
• 6. Request a Quote

1. Product Overview & Specifications

CAS Number: 19872-52-7
Chemical Formula: C6H10OS
Synonyms: 4-MMP, Mercapto Methylpentanone

2. Key Applications & Uses

Fragrance Industry

Used as a top note in perfumes for blackcurrant, grapefruit, and passionfruit accords. Enhances longevity due to low volatility.

Food Flavoring

Adds tropical nuances to beverages, confectionery, and dairy products at 0.1-5 ppm.

Chemical Synthesis

Intermediate in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals (e.g., pesticide formulations).

3. Performance Advantages

• 30% higher stability than competing thiols under UV exposure
• Compatible with ethanol, propylene glycol, and DPG carriers
• IFRA compliant for cosmetic applications

4. Industry Use Cases

Case 1: Luxury Perfume Formulation

European perfumery used 0.8% 4-MMP in a citrus-floral Eau de Parfum, achieving 12-hour scent retention on skin.

Case 2: Functional Beverage Flavoring

Asian beverage manufacturer reduced flavor costs 18% by replacing natural passionfruit extract with 2 ppm 4-MMP.

5. Client Success Stories

Client A: Parfum Luxe (France)

Challenge: Needed long-lasting tropical top notes for summer fragrance line.
Solution: 4-MMP at 1.2% concentration in base formula
Result: 35% increase in consumer preference testing vs previous formulation

Client B: Tropical Flavors Inc. (USA)

Challenge: Create stable mango-pineapple flavor for carbonated drinks.
Solution: 3.5 ppm 4-MMP + ester blend
Result: 9-month shelf stability achieved vs 4 months with prior formula

6. Request a Quote

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