Description

cis-3-Hexenyl Salicylate is a high-purity aromatic ester valued for its unique, fresh green, and herbaceous floral odor profile with subtle balsamic undertones. This compound is a key building block in modern fragrance creation, prized for its ability to impart natural, leafy top notes and enhance the complexity of sophisticated accords. It is an essential ingredient for perfumers and flavorists in the fragrance, flavor, and personal care industries seeking to develop authentic, nature-inspired sensory experiences.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: A primary component in fine perfumery for creating fresh green, floral, and herbal top notes in fine fragrances, eau de toilettes, and colognes.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used as a fragrance ingredient in soaps, shampoos, lotions, creams, and deodorants to provide a clean, natural scent profile.
• Household & Air Care: Incorporated into detergents, fabric softeners, and air fresheners to deliver a pleasant, leafy-green freshness.
• Flavor Enhancement: Employed in trace amounts within flavor compositions to add subtle green, herbal nuances, particularly in savory and tea-like flavor systems.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Utilized in diffuser blends and wellness products for its calming, natural aromatic qualities.
• Industrial Perfumery: Applied in functional perfumery for technical products where a stable, long-lasting green note is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	cis-3-Hexenyl Salicylate
CAS No.	65405-77-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₆O₃
Molecular Weight	220.27 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-3-Hexenyl 2-hydroxybenzoate; (Z)-3-Hexenyl salicylate; Leaf alcohol salicylate; cis-3-Hexen-1-yl salicylate; 3-Hexenyl salicylate (cis-); Salicylic acid cis-3-hexenyl ester; Verdural Extra (trade name); Natural green note compound
EINECS	265-770-0

Quality Control

Our cis-3-Hexenyl Salicylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Each lot is subjected to rigorous analytical testing including GC, IR, and organoleptic evaluation to meet the stringent specifications required by the fragrance and flavor industries. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and olfactory profile is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F). Keep away from heat, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents. Under these conditions, the product maintains optimal stability and olfactory characteristics.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Odor	Characteristic fresh green, herbaceous floral
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.518 - 1.524
Specific Gravity (25°C)	1.035 - 1.055
Acidity (as Salicylic Acid)	≤ 0.1%

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