Hexen-2-al

At a glance

2‑Hexenal (hexen‑2‑al) is a synthetic unsaturated aldehyde with a fresh green‑apple, leafy aroma, used to impart crisp, fruity‑green notes in many modern fragrances.

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Category

⚗️ Synthetic

Origin

Synthetic, produced via oxidation of hexenol from petrochemical feedstock

Extraction

Chemical synthesis

Chemical family

Aliphatic unsaturated aldehyde

CAS number

6728-26-3

Structure

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IFRA status

Restricted, concentration limits under IFRA standards (listed as "2-Hexenal", CAS 6728-26-3)