Description

trans-2-Hexen-1-ol is a six-carbon, unsaturated primary alcohol characterized by its distinct green, leafy aroma. This compound is a key intermediate in organic synthesis and a valuable building block for creating complex flavor and fragrance molecules. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries seeking to produce natural-smelling green notes or specific chiral synthons.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance (F&F) Industry: A primary component for imparting fresh, green, and unripe fruit notes in perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral intermediate or precursor in the production of certain pesticides and pheromones.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules with potential biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent for carbon-carbon bond formation, including Grignard reactions and coupling chemistry.
• Research and Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-2-Hexen-1-ol
CAS No.	2305-21-7
Molecular Formula	C6H12O
Molecular Weight	100.16 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-2-Hexen-1-ol; trans-2-Hexenol; Leaf Alcohol; (E)-2-Hexenol; 2-Hexen-1-ol, (2E)-; (E)-Hex-2-en-1-ol; 2-Hexenyl alcohol; FEMA 2562
EINECS	218-971-6

Quality Control

Our trans-2-Hexen-1-ol is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including GC, IR, and NMR, to ensure high chemical and isomeric purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific parameters is provided with each shipment to guarantee consistency and traceability for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to minimize oxidation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity (trans-)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.438 - 1.442
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.845 - 0.855

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