Description

cis-2-Hexene is a high-purity, linear α-olefin characterized by its specific geometric isomerism. This compound matters as a versatile and reactive chemical intermediate, essential for synthesizing more complex molecules in research and industrial processes. It is needed by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the fragrance, flavor, polymer, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from organic synthesis to material science.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A key building block for the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals.
• Polymer & Material Science: Used as a comonomer or modifier in the development of specialized polymers and elastomers.
• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of specific aroma compounds and flavor ingredients.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in catalytic studies, reaction mechanism investigations, and as a standard in analytical chemistry.
• Cross-Metathesis Reactions: A valuable substrate in olefin metathesis for creating new carbon-carbon double bonds.
• Specialty Solvent & Extraction Agent: Utilized in selective extraction processes and as a solvent for specific organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-2-Hexene
CAS No.	4050-45-7
Molecular Formula	C6H12
Molecular Weight	84.16 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-2-Hexene; (Z)-Hex-2-ene; 2-cis-Hexene; β-cis-Hexene; Hex-2-cis-ene; 2-Hexene, (Z)-; 2-Hexene, cis-; UN 2288
EINECS	223-751-8

Quality Control

Our cis-2-Hexene is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including Gas Chromatography (GC) to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical properties, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed and upright to prevent leakage and vapor accumulation. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C (refrigerated) for extended stability, though short-term storage at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) is acceptable.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0% (cis-isomer)
Purity (GC Area %)	≥ 99.0%
trans-2-Hexene	≤ 1.0%
Other Isomers & Impurities	≤ 1.0% (total)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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