3-Hexenyl phenylacetate

At a glance

A synthetic ester formed by esterifying 3‑hexenol with phenylacetic acid; provides a fresh green‑herbaceous aroma with sweet fruity‑floral nuances, used to add cut‑grass and spring‑like notes in perfumery.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Synthetic (esterification of 3‑hexenol and phenylacetic acid)
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Ester
CAS number
42436-07-7
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01