Description

Methyl 2-Hexenoate is a versatile unsaturated ester valued for its role as a key flavor and fragrance intermediate and a reactive monomer. This compound is essential for manufacturers requiring a specific aliphatic building block with a terminal double bond for synthesis. It is primarily utilized by producers in the flavor & fragrance, polymer, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Ingredient: Serves as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of fruity and green aroma compounds.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a reactive monomer for the production of specialty polymers and copolymers.
• Organic Synthesis: Used as a building block in fine chemical and pharmaceutical synthesis, leveraging its α,β-unsaturated ester functionality.
• Plasticizer and Additive Intermediate: A precursor for manufacturing specialized plasticizers and performance additives.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of certain active ingredients and intermediates.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for chemical research in academia and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Hexenoate
CAS No.	32585-08-3
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hexenoic acid, methyl ester; Methyl (E)-2-hexenoate; Methyl trans-2-hexenoate; Methyl hex-2-enoate; 2-Hexenoic acid methyl ester; Methyl α,β-hexenoate; Methyl β-propylacrylate
EINECS	251-112-8

Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Hexenoate is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to maintain quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Isomeric Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (typically trans-2-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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