Description

(E)-3-Methyl-2-Hexen-1-Ol is a high-purity, unsaturated aliphatic alcohol with a distinctive green, leafy, and slightly fruity odor profile. This compound matters as a versatile and valuable fragrance intermediate and flavoring agent, prized for its ability to impart natural, fresh top notes to complex formulations. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and fine chemical synthesis industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Fragrance & Perfumery: A key building block for creating fresh, green, and fruity accords in fine fragrances, personal care products, and household cleaners.
• Flavoring Agent: Used to enhance or replicate natural green, unripe, and tropical fruit flavors in food and beverage applications.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral intermediate or starting material in the synthesis of more complex pharmaceutical compounds and agrochemicals.
• Aroma Chemicals Production: Employed in the manufacturing of other derivative aroma chemicals and specialty esters.
• Functional Fluids & Additives: Potential use as a precursor or component in specialty lubricants and industrial additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-3-Methyl-2-Hexen-1-Ol
CAS No.	30801-96-8
Molecular Formula	C₇H₁₄O
Molecular Weight	114.19 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-Methyl-2-hexen-1-ol; 3-Methyl-2-hexen-1-ol (E)-; trans-3-Methyl-2-hexen-1-ol; Leaf Alcohol (isomer); 2-Hexen-1-ol, 3-methyl-, (E)-; beta,γ-Hexenol; FEMA 3549; (E)-3-Methylhex-2-en-1-ol
EINECS	250-319-5

Quality Control

Our (E)-3-Methyl-2-Hexen-1-Ol is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC and IR analysis, to ensure high chemical purity, isomeric purity, and organoleptic consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and specific impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area 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. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
(E)-Isomer Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
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.