2-Undecanone
Also known as Undecan-2-one, Methyl nonyl ketone, 2-Hendecanone
Key facts
What buyers check first
- Appearance
- Oily liquid
- Melting point
- 15 °C
- Boiling point
- 231.5 °C
- Density
- 0.8260 to 0.8263 at 20 °C/4 °C
- Flash point
- 89 °C
- HS code
- 291419
- Category
- Synthetic aroma chemicals

What is 2-Undecanone?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
Undecan-2-one is a dialkyl ketone with methyl and nonyl as the two alkyl groups. It has a role as a rodenticide and a plant metabolite. It is a dialkyl ketone and a methyl ketone.
Identifiers
Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy
- IUPAC name
- undecan-2-one
- CAS number
- 112-12-9 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 53452-70-3
- EC number
- 203-937-5
- Molecular formula
- C11H22O
- UNII
- YV5DSO8CY9
- MDL number
- MFCD00009583
- INCI name
- METHYL NONYL KETONE
- InChIKey
- KYWIYKKSMDLRDC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C11H22O/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11(2)12/h3-10H2,1-2H3
- SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
- CCCCCCCCCC(=O)C
Synonyms
- Undecan-2-one
- Methyl nonyl ketone
- 2-Hendecanone
- Rue ketone
- Methyl n-nonyl ketone
- Ketone, methyl nonyl
- Nonyl methyl ketone
- MGK Dog and Cat Repellent
- Undecanone
- 2-Oxoundecane
- Methylnonylketone
- Undecanone-(2)
- Methyl-n-nonylketone
- Mgk dog & cat repellent
- 2-Undecanone (natural)
- BioUD
- Luparone
- Enodyl
- methyl n-nonylketone
- MGK dog AMP MNK
- 2-Undecanone, 99%
- Undecanone, 2-
- Mostique egx 101
- Sodium Caprylate EP Impurity I
- 2-Undecanone, analytical standard
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- 2-Undecanone, natural, FCC, FG
- 2-Undecanone, >=98%, FCC, FG
- 2-Undecanone Solution in Acetone, 1000ug/mL
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade
| Appearance | Oily liquidexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Odour | Strong odorexp.Measured value |
| Melting point | 15 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Boiling point | 231.5 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Density | 0.8260 to 0.8263 at 20 °C/4 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Flash point | 89 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water. Soluble in ethanol, ether, acetone, benzene, carbon tetrachloride, chloroform.exp.Measured value |
| Vapour pressure | 4.1 × 10⁻² mm Hgexp.Measured value |
Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.
Computed descriptors
Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation
| Molecular weight | 170.30 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 170.1671 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 3.72calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 17.07 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 0calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 1calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 8calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 12calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0.91calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 0calc.Computed value |
| Lipinski rule of five | Passes (0 violations)calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Safety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
Precautionary statements (3)
- P273Avoid release to the environment.
- P391Collect spillage.
- P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.
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Uses and applications
What the substance is used for, by industry and function
Used as a solvent in the production of vinyl resins, nitrocellulose, and synthetic rubber.
Flavoring.
Dog and cat repellent/training aid and iris borer deterrent.
Perfumery, flavoring, animal repellent.
Industries and functions
Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name METHYL NONYL KETONE(perfuming)
Pharmacological actions
- Insect Repellents
Roles
- eukaryotic metabolite
- metabolite
- pesticide
- plant metabolite
- rodenticide
Functional uses
- Flavouring and nutrient
- Fragrance
Cosmetic functions
- Perfuming
How it is made
Oil of rue, also made synthetically.
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
Health and food
- EU cosmetic ingredient inventory
United States
- TSCA inventory (USA)Status: Active in US commerce
HS code and trade data
Customs classification and reported world trade statistics
Global trade
World import and export statistics for the HS code 2-Undecanone is traded under.
Acyclic ketones without other oxygen function, other
- China27.1%
- United States27.0%
- Germany10.5%
- China22.8%
- United States13.0%
- India * partner reported10.7%
* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.
The HS code shown for 2-Undecanone is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
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