Description

(E)-Hex-3-En-2-One is an unsaturated ketone characterized by its distinct, green, and fruity aroma profile. This compound is a valuable highly volatile flavor and fragrance intermediate, prized for its ability to impart fresh, natural top notes in complex formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance industry seeking to create authentic green, apple, and unripe fruit nuances.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance (F&F) Industry: A key building block for creating and enhancing green, fruity, and herbal notes in perfumes, colognes, and fine fragrances.
• Food & Beverage Flavors: Used in the synthesis of flavors for candies, beverages, and dairy products to replicate the taste of green apples, unripe bananas, and other fruits.
• Aroma Chemicals Production: Serves as a crucial intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of more complex aroma molecules.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into soaps, shampoos, and lotions to provide fresh, natural scent profiles.
• Household Products: Used in air fresheners, detergents, and cleaning products for its uplifting and clean green character.
• Research & Development: Employed in organic synthesis and as a standard in analytical chemistry for flavor analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-Hex-3-En-2-One
CAS No.	215457-81-1
Molecular Formula	C₆H₁₀O
Molecular Weight	98.14 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-Hexen-2-one; trans-3-Hexen-2-one; (E)-Hex-3-en-2-one; 3-Hexen-2-one, (3E)-; Leaf Alcohol Ketone; Green Leaf Ketone; FEMA 4652
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Quality Control

Our (E)-Hex-3-En-2-One is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including Gas Chromatography (GC) and Infrared Spectroscopy (IR), to ensure high purity and consistent olfactory profile. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity limits are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain quality. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C (refrigerated) for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Odor	Characteristic green, fruity
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.845 - 0.855
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.428 - 1.432

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