Description

Trans,cis-2,6-Nonadien-1-Ol is a high-purity, unsaturated alcohol known for its characteristic fresh, green, and cucumber-like aroma. This compound is a key flavor and fragrance intermediate prized for its ability to impart natural, top-note freshness to complex formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance industry seeking to create authentic, high-impact sensory profiles for consumer products.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: A primary building block for creating and enhancing fresh, green, and melon/cucumber notes in fine fragrances, personal care products, and air fresheners.
• Food & Beverage Flavors: Used as a flavoring agent to impart natural cucumber, melon, and fresh vegetable nuances to beverages, dairy products, and savory applications.
• Aroma Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of more complex aroma chemicals and specialty esters.
• Cosmetics & Toiletries: Incorporated into formulations for soaps, shampoos, and lotions to provide a fresh, clean, and natural scent character.
• Household Products: Used in detergents and cleaning agents to deliver a pleasant, non-cloying green freshness.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trans,cis-2,6-Nonadien-1-Ol
CAS No.	28069-72-9
Molecular Formula	C₉H₁₆O
Molecular Weight	140.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(E,Z)-2,6-Nonadien-1-ol; Cucumber Alcohol; 2,6-Nonadien-1-ol, (2E,6Z)-; (2E,6Z)-Nona-2,6-dien-1-ol; Leaf Alcohol (related); Flavor ingredient 2,6-Nonadien-1-ol; FEMA 2780
EINECS	248-816-1

Quality Control

Our Trans,cis-2,6-Nonadien-1-Ol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and olfactory profile, consistent with flavor and fragrance industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing gas chromatography (GC) purity, organoleptic properties, and other critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized and should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0% (sum of isomers)
Odor	Characteristic fresh, green, cucumber-like
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.460 - 1.470
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.860 - 0.880

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