Description

(E)-Hex-2-Enyl 2-Methylbutyrate is a high-purity ester compound valued for its unique organoleptic properties. This specialty chemical is a key ingredient in creating sophisticated and natural flavor and fragrance profiles. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, food and beverage, and cosmetic industries for its ability to impart fruity, green, and slightly fatty notes.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Formulation: A crucial component for replicating and enhancing natural fruit flavors such as apple, pear, and melon, as well as green, leafy nuances in fine fragrances and personal care products.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Used as a flavoring agent in beverages, confectionery, dairy products, and baked goods to deliver authentic and complex taste experiences.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into perfumes, lotions, soaps, and shampoos to provide a fresh, natural scent profile and enhance product appeal.
• Aromatherapy & Home Scents: Serves as a building block in essential oil blends, diffuser oils, and scented candles for its pleasant and diffusive aromatic character.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile intermediate or starting material in organic synthesis for the production of more complex flavor and fragrance molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	(E)-Hex-2-Enyl 2-Methylbutyrate
CAS No.	94089-01-7
Molecular Formula	C11H20O2
Molecular Weight	184.28 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-2-Hexenyl 2-Methylbutyrate; trans-2-Hexenyl 2-Methylbutanoate; 2-Hexen-1-ol, 2-methylbutanoate, (2E)-; (E)-2-Hexen-1-yl 2-methylbutanoate; 2-Methylbutanoic acid (2E)-2-hexen-1-yl ester; Flavor ingredient for apple/pear; FEMA 3987; Hex-2-enyl 2-methylbutyrate
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Quality Control

Our (E)-Hex-2-Enyl 2-Methylbutyrate is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. We adhere to relevant industry standards for flavor ingredients, including FEMA GRAS and FCC guidelines where applicable. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled 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
Odor	Characteristic fruity, green
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.428 - 1.432
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.870 - 0.880

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