5-Phenylhex-4-en-2-one

At a glance

Synthetic unsaturated aromatic ketone produced by condensation of benzaldehyde with hexenyl precursors; imparts sweet, fruity honey‑like notes reminiscent of peach and apricot, used in gourmand and floral perfumery.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Synthetic, laboratory‑produced via chemical condensation (e.g., benzaldehyde + hexenyl reagents)
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Ketone
CAS number
35151-11-2
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01