Compound Monograph

2-undecanone

A naturally occurring methyl ketone (methyl nonyl ketone) with a strong rue-like odour, found in fish mint and various fruits; mainly of note as a non-toxic insect and animal repellent.

Classification

2-undecanone is one of the other constituents. Compounds outside the major chemical classes — nucleosides, simple amines, mixed volatile oils, and as-yet uncategorised constituents.

Where Does It Come From? (3)

2-undecanone is one of the other constituents, found in Clove, Fish Mint and Rue.