Gamma-Nonalactone | 104-61-0

Description :

Overview of Gamma-nonalactone

Gamma-nonalactone is a clear to pale-yellow liquid with a soft waxy, fatty, and light citrus smell. It is used in perfumes, cosmetics, and many aroma products because it gives warm creamy notes and adds richness to a fragrance.
It mixes well with oils and other fragrance ingredients, which makes it easy to use in different formulations.
Its smooth scent helps build long-lasting top and middle notes in many modern perfumes.

Applications of Gamma-nonalactone

Flavour & Fragrance Industry

Adds waxy, fatty, and citrus-like notes to perfumes and colognes.
Key ingredient in fine fragrances, soaps, and body care products. It blends well with Alpha-Hexylcinnamaldehyde, Cyclohexyl Salicylate, and Geranyl Caproate for complex floral profiles.

Industrial & Chemical Applications

Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialty aldehydes and esters.
Supports pilot-scale and laboratory-scale chemical formulations.
Acts as a raw material for producing aroma derivatives and perfumery ingredients.

Safety & Handling Guidelines

• Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from sunlight and oxidizing agents.
  
  
• Wear appropriate PPE, including gloves, goggles, and protective clothing.
  
  
• Avoid skin and eye contact and inhalation of vapors.
  
  
• Keep containers tightly sealed to prevent contamination and maintain purity.
  
  

Where to Buy Gamma-nonalactone?

Gamma-nonalactone Manufacturer in India:

High-quality aroma chemicals are available from ISO-certified suppliers, manufacturers, and distributors worldwide, ensuring authenticity, prompt delivery, and complete documentation.

Distributor & Supplier in Maharashtra:

Globally supplied for fragrance, cosmetic, and detergent applications, available in bulk quantities, and suitable for both industrial and laboratory use.

Request the MSDS

Download the full Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) from ChemicalBull for detailed safety information, handling instructions, and chemical compatibility data.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is Gamma-nonalactone natural or synthetic?

   While it occurs naturally in some fruits and plants, the Gamma-nonalactone used commercially is almost always synthetically produced. This ensures a consistent, high-purity, and cost-effective supply.
   
   

2. What does Gamma-nonalactone smell like?

   It has a waxy, fatty, citrus-like odor with strong aldehydic notes, ideal for top and middle fragrance notes.
   
   

3. Is Gamma-nonalactone used in perfumes?

   Yes, it is widely used in perfumes, colognes, soaps, and body care products to enhance aroma complexity.