Description

cis-3-Hexenyl cis-3-Hexenoate is a high-purity flavor and fragrance ester, also known as leaf alcohol hexenoate, prized for its intense green, leafy, and fruity aroma profile. This compound is essential for creating natural, fresh olfactory notes in complex formulations. It is a critical ingredient for flavorists and perfumers in the food & beverage, fine fragrance, and personal care industries seeking authentic vegetative and unripe fruit nuances.

Application

• Fine Fragrances & Perfumery: A key component in creating fresh top notes for green, floral, and fruity fragrance compositions, imparting a natural "cut grass" or "green leaves" character.
• Flavor Creation (Food & Beverage): Used to enhance or replicate green, unripe fruit flavors (such as apple, pear, kiwi) and herbal notes in beverages, confectionery, and dairy products.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Incorporated into soaps, shampoos, lotions, and deodorants to provide a fresh, natural, and clean scent profile.
• Household Products: Utilized in air fresheners, detergents, and fabric softeners to deliver a pleasant, outdoor-fresh aroma.
• Aromatherapy & Scented Candles: Serves as a natural-smelling component in blends designed to evoke freshness and vitality.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Employed to add desirable green and fruity nuances to tobacco products.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-3-Hexenyl cis-3-Hexenoate
CAS No.	61444-38-0
Molecular Formula	C12H20O2
Molecular Weight	196.29 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-3-Hexenyl (Z)-3-Hexenoate; Leaf Alcohol Hexenoate; cis-3-Hexen-1-ol, 3-hexenoate, (Z,Z)-; (Z)-3-Hexenyl (Z)-Hex-3-Enoate; 3-Hexen-1-ol, 3-hexenoate, (3Z,3'Z)-; Verdural Extra (Trade Name); Hex-3-enyl hex-3-enoate; (Z,Z)-3,9-Hexadien-1-ol, 1-acetate
EINECS	262-795-0

Quality Control

Our cis-3-Hexenyl cis-3-Hexenoate is produced and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure consistent organoleptic properties and chemical purity. We adhere to relevant industry standards for flavor and fragrance ingredients, including FEMA and IFRA guidelines. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and olfactory profile 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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact us for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic intense green, leafy, fruity
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.450
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.890 - 0.910

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