Description

n-Butyric Acid cis-3-Hexen-1-Yl Ester is a high-purity ester compound valued for its unique organoleptic properties, serving as a key flavor and fragrance ingredient. This compound is essential for creating and enhancing natural, green, and fruity olfactory and gustatory profiles in premium consumer products. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, food and beverage, and personal care industries for its reliable performance and consistent quality.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulation: A key component for imparting fresh, green, and fruity notes reminiscent of apple, pear, and unripe banana in perfumes, colognes, and air fresheners.
• Food & Beverage Enhancement: Used as a flavoring agent to create natural-tasting fruit flavors in beverages, confectionery, dairy products, and baked goods.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated into soaps, shampoos, lotions, and creams to provide a fresh, natural scent profile.
• Aromatherapy & Home Scents: Serves as a building block in essential oil blends and diffuser formulations for creating calming, natural atmospheric scents.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Used to modify and enhance the flavor profile of tobacco products.
• Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis for the production of more complex flavor and fragrance molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Butyric Acid cis-3-Hexen-1-Yl Ester
CAS No.	16491-42-2
Molecular Formula	C10H18O2
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	cis-3-Hexenyl Butyrate; (Z)-3-Hexenyl Butanoate; Leaf Butyrate; 3-Hexen-1-ol, (3Z)-, butanoate; Butanoic acid, (3Z)-3-hexen-1-yl ester; Verdural Extra; Natural cis-3-Hexenyl Butyrate
EINECS	240-559-6

Quality Control

Our n-Butyric Acid cis-3-Hexen-1-Yl Ester is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure it meets the high standards required for flavor and fragrance applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each batch, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with industry standards including FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and FEMA GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) guidelines for flavor use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C/59-77°F). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal organoleptic quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic, strong green-fruity odor
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.428 - 1.435
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.878 - 0.888
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.