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cis-3-Hexenyl butyrate

SKU 90036591 CAS 16491-36-4 Available on enquiry

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cis-3-Hexenyl butyrate is a synthetic ester used in fragrance and flavor formulations for its green, leafy aroma. It is commonly found in perfumes, cosmetics, and food products to impart fresh, natural scents. Available in high purity, it has a molecular weight of 170.25 g/mol and a boiling point of 220–222 °C. Molekula supplies cis-3-Hexenyl butyrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU: 90036591
CAS Number: 16491-36-4
IUPAC Name: [(Z)-hex-3-enyl] butanoate
EC Number: 240-553-7
Exact Mass: 170.1307
SMILES: CCCC(=O)OCC/C=C\CC
InChIKey: ZCHOPXVYTWUHDS-WAYWQWQTSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C10H18O2/c1-3-5-6-7-9-12-10(11)8-4-2/h5-6H,3-4,7-9H2,1-2H3/b6-5-
PubChem CID: 5352438

Synonyms

(Z)-3-hexenyl butyrate
(Z)-Hex-3-enyl butyrate
[(Z)-hex-3-enyl] butanoate
3-Hexenyl butanoate, (Z)-
3-Hexenyl butanoate, cis-
3-Hexenyl butyrate, (Z)-
Butyric acid, 3-hexenyl ester, (Z)-
cis-3-Hexen-1-yl butyrate
cis-Butyric acid, 3-hexenyl ester
FEMA No. 3402

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Boiling Point: 96 °C at 20 mmHg
Solubility (other solvents): Soluble in alcohol, propylene glycol; miscible with most fixed oils; insoluble in water

Source: PubChem CID 5352438 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA))

Frequently asked questions

What is cis-3-Hexenyl butyrate used for?

It is primarily used as a fragrance ingredient in perfumery and flavor formulations due to its green, leafy aroma.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of cis-3-Hexenyl butyrate?

The chemical formula is C10H18O2, and the molecular weight is 170.25 g/mol.

How should cis-3-Hexenyl butyrate be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place away from light and heat; keep container tightly closed.

What grade of cis-3-Hexenyl butyrate is available?

Available in technical grade; purity is typically 90% minimum.

Can Molekula supply cis-3-Hexenyl butyrate in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply bulk quantities—please contact sales for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with an order of cis-3-Hexenyl butyrate?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) upon request.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.