Methyl beta-naphthyl ketone

At a glance

Synthetic aromatic ketone produced via Friedel‑Crafts acylation, offering a sweet, nutty, caramel‑like note that adds depth in gourmand and oriental fragrances.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
synthetic production
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Ketone
CAS number
93-08-3
Profile
floral, powdery, slightly sweet
IFRA status
Restricted, concentration limits under IFRA standards (listed as "Methyl beta-naphthyl ketone", CAS 93-08-3)
● drafted · last checked 2026-08-26