Description

cis-3-Hexenyl Formate is a high-purity, naturally occurring ester widely valued for its fresh, green, and fruity aroma profile. This compound is essential for creating authentic and complex flavor and fragrance compositions that mimic natural sources. It is a key ingredient for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, food & beverage, and personal care industries seeking to enhance product appeal with natural character.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulations: A primary building block for creating fresh, green, and fruity top notes in perfumes, colognes, and air fresheners.
• Food & Beverage Flavors: Used to impart natural green, apple, pear, and unripe fruit nuances to beverages, confectionery, and dairy products.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated into soaps, shampoos, lotions, and creams to provide a fresh, natural scent profile.
• Household Products: Enhances the aroma of detergents, fabric softeners, and cleaning agents with a clean, outdoor freshness.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Utilized in diffuser blends and wellness products for its uplifting and natural green character.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Employed to add fresh, leafy notes to tobacco products and related applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-3-Hexenyl Formate
CAS No.	33467-73-1
Molecular Formula	C7H12O2
Molecular Weight	128.17 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-3-Hexenyl Formate; (Z)-3-Hexen-1-ol Formate; Leaf Alcohol Formate; cis-3-Hexen-1-yl Formate; (Z)-Hex-3-enyl Formate; 3-Hexenyl Formate (cis-); Formic Acid cis-3-Hexenyl Ester; Natural Green Note
EINECS	251-533-6

Quality Control

Our cis-3-Hexenyl Formate is produced and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We adhere to relevant industry standards for flavor and fragrance ingredients. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and organoleptic properties is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific application requirements.

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 optimal quality and shelf life. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic fresh, green, fruity
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.425 - 1.435
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.900 - 0.910

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