Description

(E)-2-Hexenoic Acid Butyl Ester is a high-purity, unsaturated fatty acid ester characterized by its specific cis-trans configuration. This compound serves as a valuable intermediate and flavor/fragrance ingredient due to its unique chemical structure and organoleptic properties. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical synthesis industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Used as a key component or modifier in the creation of fruity, green, and waxy aroma profiles for perfumes, cosmetics, and food flavorings.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a versatile chiral building block in the synthesis of more complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for various chemical transformations, including hydrogenation, hydrolysis, and cross-coupling reactions, to produce other valuable esters or acids.
• Specialty Chemicals: Employed in the formulation of advanced materials, plasticizers, and functional fluids where specific ester properties are required.
• Research & Development: Used in academic and industrial R&D laboratories as a reference standard or reagent for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-2-Hexenoic Acid Butyl Ester
CAS No.	54411-16-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₁₈O₂
Molecular Weight	170.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Butyl (E)-2-Hexenoate; trans-2-Hexenoic Acid Butyl Ester; (E)-Butyl 2-Hexenoate; 2-Hexenoic Acid, Butyl Ester, (E)-; Butyl trans-2-Hexenoate; FEMA 3980; 2-Butenyl Butyrate (related); Butyl 2-Hexenoate
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Quality Control

Our (E)-2-Hexenoic Acid Butyl Ester is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity, consistent composition, and reliable performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, isomer purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Isomeric Purity ((E)-isomer)	≥ 99.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.430 - 1.435
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.880 - 0.890

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