Description

cis-3-Hexenyl Isobutyrate is a high-purity ester compound valued for its fresh, green, fruity aroma reminiscent of unripe fruit and cut grass. This specialty flavor and fragrance ingredient is essential for creating natural, top-note effects in sophisticated formulations. It is a critical raw material for flavorists and perfumers in the food & beverage, personal care, and fine fragrance industries seeking authentic green character profiles.

Application

• Flavor Formulations: Used to impart fresh, green, fruity notes in beverages (e.g., apple, pear, berry flavors), dairy products, confectionery, and savory applications.
• Fragrance Compositions: Serves as a key top-note ingredient in perfumes, colognes, and body care products, adding natural leafy, unripe, and tropical nuances.
• Aromatherapy & Home Scents: Incorporated into diffuser oils, candles, and air fresheners for its uplifting and natural green character.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Used to enhance and modify the flavor profile in certain tobacco products.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Adds a fresh, natural scent to soaps, shampoos, lotions, and other cosmetic preparations.
• Industrial Deodorants: Employed in masking agents for industrial and household products requiring a pleasant, fresh odor.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-3-Hexenyl Isobutyrate
CAS No.	41519-23-7
Molecular Formula	C10H18O2
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-3-Hexenyl Isobutyrate; (Z)-3-Hexen-1-yl 2-Methylpropanoate; Leaf Isobutyrate; cis-3-Hexenyl 2-Methylpropanoate; (Z)-3-Hexenyl 2-Methylpropanoate; 3-Hexenyl Isobutyrate (cis-); Propanoic acid, 2-methyl-, 3-hexen-1-yl ester, (Z)-; Isobutyric acid cis-3-hexenyl ester
EINECS	255-403-6

Quality Control

Our cis-3-Hexenyl Isobutyrate is produced and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure consistency and purity for flavor and fragrance applications. We adhere to relevant industry standards, including FEMA and IFRA guidelines where applicable. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and organoleptic properties is provided with each batch to guarantee supply reliability and specification compliance.

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 light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider filling the headspace with an inert gas such as nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic, strong green fruity odor
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.422 - 1.428
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.870 - 0.880
Acid Value	≤ 1.0 mg KOH/g

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