Description

(Z)-Nona-1,6-Dien-3-Ol CAS NO 66972-01-8 is a high-purity, unsaturated aliphatic alcohol with a distinctive green, waxy, and melon-like aroma profile. This compound matters as a versatile and potent fragrance intermediate, prized for its ability to impart fresh, natural nuances to complex scent formulations. It is primarily needed by flavor and fragrance houses, cosmetic manufacturers, and producers of high-end personal care products seeking to create sophisticated, natural-smelling accords.

Application

• Fragrance Compound Synthesis: A key building block for creating fresh, green, and fruity fragrance notes in perfumes, colognes, and fine fragrances.
• Flavor Enhancement: Used in trace amounts to impart subtle melon, cucumber, or waxy green nuances in advanced flavor formulations for food and beverages.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated into soaps, shampoos, lotions, and deodorants to provide a clean, natural olfactory character.
• Household & Industrial Fragrancing: Employed in the production of air fresheners, detergents, and fabric softeners for its diffusive and tenacious green scent.
• Aroma Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a precursor for the synthesis of other more complex aroma chemicals and esters through various chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Z)-Nona-1,6-Dien-3-Ol
CAS No.	66972-01-8
Molecular Formula	C₉H₁₆O
Molecular Weight	140.22 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-1,6-Nonadien-3-ol; (Z)-6-Nonen-3-ol; cis-1,6-Nonadien-3-ol; cis-6-Nonen-3-ol; (3Z)-Nona-1,6-dien-3-ol; Leaf Alcohol (related isomer); Nonadienol; FEMA 3952
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Quality Control

Our (Z)-Nona-1,6-Dien-3-Ol is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for sensitive fragrance applications. Each lot is analyzed using GC, GC-MS, and IR spectroscopy to confirm identity, isomeric purity, and olfactory quality. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

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 and should be stored away from light. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources to maintain stability and shelf life.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
(Z)-Isomer Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.450 - 1.460
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.860 - 0.880

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