cis-3-Hexenyl propionate

At a glance

cis‑3‑Hexenyl propionate is an aliphatic ester of cis‑3‑hexenol and propionic acid, typically synthesized; it gives a fresh green‑leaf, fruity, crisp herbaceous note used to brighten perfumery blends.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Synthetic from cis‑3‑hexenol (green leaf) and propionic acid
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Ester
CAS number
33467-74-2
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01