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cis-3-Hexenyl formate

SKU 90037960 CAS 33467-73-1 Available on enquiry

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cis-3-Hexenyl formate is a flavoring agent and fragrance ingredient used to provide green, fruity, and herbal notes in various consumer products. This chemical is identified by CAS number 33467-73-1 and carries no signal word. Molekula supplies cis-3-Hexenyl formate 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
90037960
CAS Number
33467-73-1
IUPAC Name
[(Z)-hex-3-enyl] formate
EC Number
251-532-7
Exact Mass
128.0837
SMILES
CC/C=C\CCOC=O
InChIKey
XJHQVZQZUGLZLS-ARJAWSKDSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C7H12O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6-9-7-8/h3-4,7H,2,5-6H2,1H3/b4-3-
PubChem CID
5365587

Synonyms

  • (Z)-3-Hexenyl formate
  • (Z)-Hex-3-enyl formate
  • 3-Hexen-1-ol, formate, (3Z)-
  • 3-HEXEN-1-OL, FORMATE, (Z)-
  • 3-Hexenyl formate, cis-
  • 3-Hexenyl methanoate, cis-
  • beta,gamma-Hexenyl methanoate
  • cis-3-Hexen-1-ol formate
  • cis-beta-Hexenyl formate
  • FEMA No. 3353

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Boiling Point
72 °C at 40 mmHg
Solubility (other solvents)
Soluble in alcohol, propylene glycol, most fixed oils; practically insoluble in water

Source: PubChem CID 5365587 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA))

Frequently asked questions

What is cis-3-Hexenyl formate used for?

It is primarily used as a flavoring agent and fragrance ingredient due to its green, fruity, and herbal aroma profile.

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

The chemical formula is C7H12O2 and the molecular weight is 128.17 g/mol.

How should cis-3-Hexenyl formate be stored?

It should be stored in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container, away from direct sunlight and heat sources.

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

Yes, Molekula can supply this product in various quantities ranging from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.

What documentation comes with the order?

Each order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure quality and regulatory compliance.

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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.

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