Product Description

Product(Z)-3-hexen-1-yl lactate
CAS61931-81-5
FormulaC9H16O3
Synonym[(Z)-hex-3-enyl] 2-hydroxypropanoate, Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (3Z)-3-hexen-1-yl ester, (Z)-Hex-3-enyl lactate

Typical Product Specifications

Assay96.00 to 100.00 % sum of isomers
Pounds/Gallon8.055 to 8.188
Refractive Index1.44100 to 1.45100 @ 20.00 ยฐC
Boiling Point96.00 ยฐC. @ 7.00 mm Hg
Acid Value1.00 max. KOH/g
Flash Point235.00 ยฐF. TCC
Boiling Point71.00 ยฐC. @ 0.70 mm Hg
Storagestore in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from heat and light
Odor Typegreen
OdorGreen leafy, sweet with melon and vegetable nuances
Shelf Life24 month(s) or longer if stored properly
TasteGreen leafy waxy with fruity tropical nuances
Appearencecolorless clear liquid
Specific gravity0.96800 to 0.98400 @ 25.00 ยฐC
Vapor Pressure0.003450 mm/Hg @ 25.00 ยฐC
logP (o/w)1.52
Insolubilityin water
Molecular weight172.2236
Colorcolorless to pale yellow liquid
Solubilitymost org. solvs.
Chemical StructureChemical Structure
Notes

FEMA# 3690

this product has a very mild green, fruit sweet aroma. 

Use: PERFUMING

ClassFlavor and Fragrance Chemical Compounds, Chemical Intermediates, Organic Intermediates and Compounds
FunctionChemical Intermediate, Fragrance, Flavor
IndustryFood Chemicals, Flavor & Fragrance, Organics, Flavor, Fragrance
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