Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise focused on industry of fine chemicals research and develop, produce and sale. Shandong Huashang Chemical Co., Ltd. is located in Shan Dong Ji Nan China. we have the ability to provide you high quality products. More than 90 % of our products are exported to developed countries and regions such as north America, Europe, Japan, South Korea and the Middle East.
Basic Information
Product Name: Leaf alcohol
CAS Number: 928-96-1
Alias: cis-3-Hexen-1-ol, Green leaf alcohol, 3-Hexenol
Molecular Formula: C6H12O
Molecular Weight: 100.16
IUPAC Name: (Z)-hex-3-en-1-ol
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Unsaturated aliphatic primary alcohol with cis double bond
- Structural Features: Cis carbon-carbon double bond at C3 position; possesses typical fresh green grass, leaf fragrance, natural plant volatile aroma component
Physical & Chemical Properties
- Appearance: Colorless transparent liquid
- Odor: Intense fresh green leaf, grassy aroma
- Melting Point: -33 °C
- Boiling Point: 156–157 °C
- Flash Point: 44 °C (closed cup)
- Density (20℃): 0.848 g/cm3
- Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; miscible with ethanol, propylene glycol, most essential oils and organic solvents
- Stability: Stable under sealed cool dark storage; prone to oxidation and discoloration under high temperature, strong light and air exposure; reacts with carboxylic acids to form leaf alcohol esters
Synthesis & Applications
Production Method
Chemical synthesis via butynol hydrogenation, or natural separation from plant essential oils
Main Applications
- Fragrance raw material: Core green fragrance monomer for floral, fruit, grassy daily essence, food flavor
- Food additive: Natural green flavor for beverage, candy, fruit flavors
- Cosmetic essence: Fresh plant aroma modifier for skincare, shampoo, perfume
- Synthetic intermediate: Raw material for cis-3-hexenyl acetate and other green ester fragrances
Safety & Storage Instructions
GHS Hazard Classification
- H226 Flammable liquid and vapor
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Personal Protection
Organic vapor mask, chemical splash goggles, nitrile gloves; operate in ventilated workshop, stay away from open flame
Storage Condition
Hermetically sealed light-proof container, cool ventilated warehouse below 30℃; isolate oxidants and fire sources
Transportation
Class 3 flammable liquid; avoid sunlight, high temperature and static electricity accumulation
Quality Specifications
- Purity: ≥98.0% (GC)
- Water content: ≤0.1%
- Chroma (Pt-Co): ≤10
- Acid value: ≤0.5 mgKOH/g
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