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δ-Damascone

δ-Damascone is the mixture of cis-isomer and trans isomers that appears liquid with fruity and blackcurrant-like odor.

It is industrially prepared by using the mesityl oxide and 1,3 pentadiene as raw material, and then through the dehydration reaction of alcohol ketone.

δ-Damascone is used in the preparation of high grade fragrance.