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Celestolide

Also known as 4-Acetyl-6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethylindane, Ethanone, 1-[6-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-2,3-dihydro-1,1-dimethyl-1H-inden-4-yl]-, acetyl tert-butyl dimethylindan

CAS 13171-00-1Formula C17H24OMolar mass 244.38 g/molEC 236-114-4
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Celestolide chemical structure, C17H24O, CAS 13171-00-1
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Almost white crystals
Melting point
78.5 °C
Boiling point
304.5 °C
Density
1.06 at 21 °C
Solubility
In water, 0.015 mg/L
HS code
291439
Category
Synthetic aroma chemicals
Illustrative photo, colourless crystals beside an amber glass bottle on a laboratory bench
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What is Celestolide?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

4-Acetyl-6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethylindane is a member of indanes.

Identifiers

Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy

IUPAC name
1-(6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethyl-2,3-dihydroinden-4-yl)ethanone
CAS number
13171-00-1 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
236-114-4
Molecular formula
C17H24O
UNII
E1HM68Q21P
MDL number
MFCD00046324
INCI name
CELESTOLIDE
InChIKey
IKTHMQYJOWTSJO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C17H24O/c1-11(18)14-9-12(16(2,3)4)10-15-13(14)7-8-17(15,5)6/h9-10H,7-8H2,1-6H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CC(=O)C1=C2CCC(C2=CC(=C1)C(C)(C)C)(C)C

Synonyms

  • 4-Acetyl-6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethylindane
  • Ethanone, 1-[6-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-2,3-dihydro-1,1-dimethyl-1H-inden-4-yl]-
  • acetyl tert-butyl dimethylindan
  • 4-Acetyl-6-butyl-1,1-dimethylindane
  • 6-tert-Butyl-1,1-dimethyl-4-indanyl methyl ketone
  • Ketone, 6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethyl-4-indanyl methyl
  • 1-(6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-4-yl)ethan-1-one
  • Ethanone, 1-(6-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-2,3-dihydro-1,1-dimethyl-1H-inden-4-yl)-
  • 1-(6-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2,3-dihydro-1,1-dimethyl-1H-inden-4-yl)ethanone
  • 4-Acetyl-6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethylindan
  • 1-(6-(tert-Butyl)-1,1-dimethyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-4-yl)ethanone
  • 1-(6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethyl-2,3-dihydroinden-4-yl)ethanone
  • 6-tert-Butyl-1,1-dimethylindan-4-yl methyl ketone
  • 4-Acetyl-6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethyl indan
  • 1-(6-tert-Butyl-1,1-dimethyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-4-yl)ethanone
  • ADBI 10 microg/mL in Cyclohexane
  • 4-acetyl-6-t-butyl-1,1-dimethylindane
  • 4-Acetyl-6-(tert-butyl)-1,1,-dimethylindane
  • Indane, 4-acetyl-1,1-dimethyl-6-(1,1-dimethylethyl)
  • 1-[6-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-2,3-dihydro-1,1-dimethyl-1H-inden-4-yl]ethanone, 9CI
  • musk dimethyl indane
  • Chrysolide
  • Esperone
  • Musk celestolide
  • 1-[6-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-2,3-dihydro-1,1-dimethyl-1H-inden-4-yl]-ethanone,
Show all 37 synonyms
  • ADBI
  • Crysolide
  • 1-(6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethyl-indan-4-yl)ethanone
  • 4-acetyl-1,1-dimethyl-6-t-butylindane
  • 4-acetyl-1,1-dimethyl-6-tert-butylindan
  • 1-(6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethyl-indan-4-yl)-ethanone
  • Acetyl-6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethylindane, 4-
  • 6-Tert-Butyl-1,1-dimethyl-4-indanyl methyl ketone, 8CI
  • 1-(6-(tert-butyl)-1,1-dimethyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-inden-4-yl)ethan-1-one
  • 4-Acetyl-6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethylindan Solution in Hexane, 1000ug/mL
  • 4-Acetyl-6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethylindan Solution in Hexane, 100ug/mL
  • 1-[6-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-2,3-dihydro-1,1-dimethyl-1h-inden-4-yl]-ethanone

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
Almost white crystalsexp.
Odour
Musky, sweet, animal odorexp.
Taste
Solvent-like with a dirty, musty brown, earthy nuanceexp.
Melting point
78.5 °Cexp.
Boiling point
304.5 °Cexp.
Density
1.06 at 21 °Cexp.
Solubility
In water, 0.015 mg/Lexp.
Vapour pressure
VP: 0.05 Pa at 21 °C (3.75 × 10⁻³ mm Hg)exp.

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
244.38 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
244.1827 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.41calc.
Topological polar surface area
17.07 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
18calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.59calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccc2c(c1)CCC2

c1ccc2c(c1)CCC2

2 rings, 9 atoms, the Indane ring system.

5,885 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

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

Musk fragrance ... used for perfuming soap and cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name CELESTOLIDE(perfuming)

Pharmacological actions

  • Perfume

Functional uses

  • Flavouring and nutrient
  • Fragrance

Cosmetic functions

  • Perfuming

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 Celestolide is traded under.

HS 2914.39Indicative HS code

Aromatic ketones without other oxygen function, other

World exports in 2024
$207M
−12.1% vs 2023, imports $191M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China61.4%
  2. India * partner reported12.4%
  3. Italy7.6%
Top importers
  1. India * partner reported11.9%
  2. Germany9.9%
  3. United States8.7%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Celestolide is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Celestolide, based on the data on this page

What is Celestolide?

4-Acetyl-6-tert-butyl-1,1-dimethylindane is a member of indanes.

What is the CAS number of Celestolide?

The CAS registry number of Celestolide is 13171-00-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Celestolide?

The molecular formula of Celestolide is C17H24O and its molar mass is 244.38 g/mol.

What is Celestolide used for?

Musk fragrance ... used for perfuming soap and cosmetics.

Is Celestolide hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Celestolide is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Celestolide?

Celestolide is usually classified under HS code 291439 (Aromatic ketones without other oxygen function, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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What is the price of Celestolide?

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