Description

cis-3-Hexenyl 2-Methylbutanoate is a high-purity ester compound prized for its fresh, fruity-green aroma profile. This specialty ingredient is a cornerstone for creating authentic, natural-smelling flavor and fragrance compositions. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, food and beverage, and personal care industries seeking to enhance product appeal with sophisticated green notes.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulation: A key component for imparting fresh, green, fruity, and apple-like notes in fine perfumes, colognes, and air fresheners.
• Food & Beverage Flavors: Used to create and enhance natural-tasting green apple, pear, melon, and tropical fruit flavor profiles in beverages, confectionery, and dairy products.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated into soaps, shampoos, lotions, and other cosmetic formulations to provide a fresh, natural scent.
• Household Products: Utilized in detergents, fabric softeners, and cleaning agents to deliver a pleasant, clean, and fruity-green fragrance.
• Aromatherapy & Diffuser Oils: Serves as a valuable top or middle note in essential oil blends and diffuser formulations for a revitalizing atmosphere.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Employed to modify and improve the sensory characteristics of tobacco products.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-3-Hexenyl 2-Methylbutanoate
CAS No.	53398-85-9
Molecular Formula	C11H20O2
Molecular Weight	184.28 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-3-Hexenyl 2-Methylbutyrate; Leaf Butyrate; cis-3-Hexenyl 2-Methylbutyrate; 3-Hexen-1-ol, (3Z)-, 2-methylbutanoate; (Z)-3-Hexen-1-yl 2-methylbutanoate; Verdural Extra; Natural Leaf Alcohol Ester
EINECS	258-542-9

Quality Control

Our cis-3-Hexenyl 2-Methylbutanoate is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for flavor and fragrance applications. We ensure compliance with relevant industry guidelines, including FEMA and IFRA standards where applicable. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and organoleptic properties 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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve organoleptic quality.

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)	1.428 - 1.434
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.878 - 0.886

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