Description

trans-2-Hexenyl Acetate is a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid ester with a characteristic green, fruity, and slightly fatty aroma, reminiscent of unripe fruit and fresh leaves. This compound is a key flavor and fragrance ingredient prized for its ability to impart natural, fresh top notes to complex formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, food and beverage, and cosmetic industries seeking to create authentic green and fruity sensory profiles.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulations: A vital component for creating fresh, green, and fruity notes in perfumes, colognes, and air fresheners.
• Food & Beverage Flavors: Used to impart natural apple, pear, banana, and tropical fruit nuances to candies, beverages, and dairy products.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Incorporated into soaps, shampoos, and lotions as a fragrance ingredient for a fresh, natural scent profile.
• Aroma Chemicals & Synergies: Serves as a building block in aroma chemical production and is used to enhance and modify other flavor/fragrance compounds.
• Household Products: Adds a pleasant, clean, fruity aroma to detergents, fabric softeners, and surface cleaners.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-2-Hexenyl Acetate
CAS No.	2497-18-9
Molecular Formula	C8H14O2
Molecular Weight	142.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-2-Hexen-1-yl acetate; (E)-2-Hexenyl acetate; trans-2-Hexen-1-yl acetate; Leaf acetate; 2-Hexenyl acetate, (E)-; FEMA 2564; Hex-2-enyl acetate; (E)-Hex-2-en-1-yl acetate
EINECS	219-689-7

Quality Control

Our trans-2-Hexenyl Acetate is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for flavor and fragrance applications. We ensure compliance with relevant industry guidelines, including FEMA GRAS and IFRA standards. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and organoleptic properties, available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. 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 reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Odor	Characteristic green, fruity, fatty
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.425 - 1.435
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.895 - 0.905
Acidity (as Acetic Acid)	≤ 0.05%

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