Hexanenitrile

At a glance

Hexanenitrile (capronitrile) is a synthetically produced straight‑chain nitrile with a sharp, fruity‑nutty, slightly green aroma, used as a top‑note accent in modern perfumery.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
synthetic production
Extraction
Chemical synthesis
Chemical family
Aliphatic nitrile
CAS number
628-73-9
Profile
fruity, floral, slightly green
IFRA status
Not restricted
● drafted · last checked 2026-09-01