Description

cis-3-Hexenyl Butyrate is a high-purity flavor and fragrance ester known for its fresh, green, and fruity aroma profile reminiscent of green apple and unripe banana. This compound is a key building block for creating natural, top-note accords in sophisticated fragrance and flavor formulations. It is an essential ingredient for perfumers and flavorists in the food & beverage, fine fragrance, and personal care industries seeking authentic green and fruity nuances.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: A primary component for creating fresh, green, and fruity top notes in fine perfumes, colognes, body sprays, and air fresheners.
• Flavor Creation: Used to impart natural green apple, banana, and tropical fruit flavors in beverages, confectionery, dairy products, and baked goods.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated into soaps, shampoos, lotions, and detergents to provide a fresh, clean, and natural scent profile.
• Aromatherapy & Home Scents: Serves as a key note in diffuser oils, scented candles, and potpourri for a revitalizing and natural ambiance.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Used to enhance and modify the flavor profile of certain tobacco products.
• Industrial Deodorants: Employed in masking agents and deodorizing formulations for industrial and household applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-3-Hexenyl Butyrate
CAS No.	16491-36-4
Molecular Formula	C10H18O2
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-3-Hexenyl butyrate; Leaf Butyrate; cis-3-Hexen-1-ol butanoate; (Z)-3-Hexen-1-yl butyrate; (Z)-3-Hexenyl butanoate; 3-Hexenyl butyrate, (Z)-; Butanoic acid, (3Z)-3-hexen-1-yl ester; FEMA 3402
EINECS	240-559-6

Quality Control

Our cis-3-Hexenyl Butyrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. It is produced to meet the specifications of the Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) and is compliant with FEMA GRAS (3402), REACH, and other relevant global regulations for use in flavors and fragrances. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and organoleptic properties are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is stable under recommended conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic, strong green fruity
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.427 - 1.433
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.878 - 0.886
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g

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