Description

3-cis-Hexenyl Methyl Carbonate is a high-purity fragrance and flavor intermediate known for its fresh, green, and fruity olfactory profile. This compound is valued for its ability to impart natural, leafy-green top notes reminiscent of freshly cut grass or unripe fruit, enhancing the complexity and authenticity of fragrance and flavor compositions. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the perfumery, cosmetics, and food flavoring industries seeking to create sophisticated, nature-identical sensory experiences.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: A key ingredient for creating fresh, green, and fruity top notes in fine perfumes, colognes, and personal care products like soaps and shampoos.
• Flavor Creation: Used to replicate natural green, unripe, or herbal nuances in food and beverage flavorings, particularly for fruit, vegetable, and mint profiles.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Incorporated into skincare and cosmetic formulations to provide a fresh, natural scent character.
• Aromatherapy & Home Care: Employed in diffuser oils, candles, and household cleaning products for its uplifting and natural green aroma.
• Functional Perfumery: Used in air fresheners, detergents, and fabric softeners to mask base odors with a clean, outdoor-fresh scent.
• Research & Development: Serves as a standard or building block in synthetic organic chemistry and sensory science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-cis-Hexenyl Methyl Carbonate
CAS No.	67633-96-9
Molecular Formula	C8H14O3
Molecular Weight	158.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(Z)-3-Hexenyl methyl carbonate; (Z)-Hex-3-en-1-yl methyl carbonate; cis-3-Hexenyl methyl carbonate; Leaf methyl carbonate; Verdural methyl carbonate; Methyl (3Z)-3-hexenyl carbonate; Methyl cis-3-hexenyl carbonate
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Quality Control

Our 3-cis-Hexenyl Methyl Carbonate is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques to confirm identity, strength, and the absence of undesirable impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, specific tests, and results is provided with each shipment 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 properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
cis-3-Hexenol Content (GC)	≤ 1.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.4320 - 1.4380
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.950 - 0.980
Solubility	Miscible with alcohol and oils, insoluble in water

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