3-Hexen-1-ol (isomer unspecified)

At a glance

A naturally occurring unsaturated primary alcohol found in fresh cut grass and green leaves, giving a vivid green, herbaceous, slightly fruity aroma; employed as a fresh‑green note in perfumery and flavoring.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Green plants (e.g., grass, leaves)
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Aliphatic unsaturated alcohol
CAS number
544-12-7
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01