Cis-3-hexenol natural

Independent reference data for Cis-3-hexenol natural (CAS 928-96-1), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

In public use since the 1940's. In the United States, use in fragrances amounts to less than 20,000 lbs/ year.Used to obtain natural green top notes in perfumes and flavors. In addition, it is the starting material for the synthesis of 2-trans-6-cis-nonadien-1-ol and 2-trans-6-cis-nonadien-1-al.

Synonyms and trade names

cis-3-Hexen-1-ol; 928-96-1; (Z)-Hex-3-en-1-ol; Leaf alcohol; cis-3-Hexenol; (Z)-3-Hexen-1-ol; Blatteralkohol; Z-3-Hexenol; 3-Hexenol; (3Z)-hex-3-en-1-ol; 3-Hexen-1-ol, (Z)-; 3-Hexen-1-ol, cis-; 3-Hexen-1-ol, (3Z)-; beta-gamma-Hexenol; 3-Hexenol, cis-; (Z)-3-HEXENOL

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Grass, Green Fruit, Green Leaf, Herb, Unripe Banana No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
GHS notification summary	0.3% (6 / 2076)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	0.3% (6 / 2076)
Reported hazard statements	H226 (99.2%), H319 (83.6%)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 0.3% (6 of 2076) of reports.

H226 (99.2%): Flammable liquid and vapor [Warning Flammable liquids]

What the public record says

cis-3-Hexen-1-ol is identified by CAS 928-96-1, molecular formula C6H12O and molecular weight 100.09 g/mol. UNII V14F8G75P4; ChEBI 28857; InChIKey UFLHIIWVXFIJGU-ARJAWSKDSA-N. Boiling Point: 156-157 °C; Boiling Point: 156.50 °C. @ 760.00 mm Hg; Boiling Point: 156 °C.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.