Description

Allyl Hexanoate is a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid ester known for its powerful, fruity pineapple-like aroma. This versatile flavor and fragrance intermediate is prized for its ability to impart fresh, sweet, and tropical notes to a wide range of formulations. It is an essential ingredient for flavorists and perfumers in the food & beverage, fragrance, and personal care industries seeking to create authentic and appealing sensory experiences.

Application

• Flavor Industry: A key component in creating and enhancing pineapple, apple, strawberry, and other fruit flavor profiles for beverages, candies, baked goods, and dairy products.
• Fragrance Industry: Used as a top or middle note in fine perfumes, soaps, detergents, and air fresheners to add fresh, fruity, and green nuances.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated into shampoos, lotions, and body washes to provide a pleasant and lasting fruity scent.
• Aromatherapy & Home Scents: Employed in the formulation of essential oil blends, diffuser oils, and scented candles for its uplifting tropical character.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a valuable building block or intermediate in organic synthesis for specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Allyl Hexanoate
CAS No.	123-68-2
Molecular Formula	C9H16O2
Molecular Weight	156.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Allyl caproate; 2-Propenyl hexanoate; Hexanoic acid, 2-propenyl ester; Allyl n-hexanoate; Pineapple ketone; FEMA No. 2032
EINECS	204-642-4

Quality Control

Our Allyl Hexanoate is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for flavor and fragrance applications. We ensure compliance with relevant industry specifications, including FEMA GRAS and FCC guidelines where applicable. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and organoleptic properties is provided with each batch to guarantee consistency and performance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.422 - 1.426
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.885 - 0.890
Odor	Characteristic, strong pineapple-like

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.