Cis-3-Hexen-1-ol
Cis-3-Hexen-1-ol ((Z) -3-Hexen-1-ol) is a green grassy smelling compound found in many fresh fruits and vegetables with bitter taste enhancement. cis-3-Hexen-1-ol is widely used as an added flavor in processed food to provide a fresh green quality. cis-3-Hexen-1-ol is an attractant to various insects[1][2][3].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
928-96-1
Product Name Alternative
(Z) -3-Hexen-1-ol
UNSPSC
12352211
Hazard Statement
H226
Target
Others
Type
Natural Products
Related Pathways
Others
Applications
Neuroscience-Neuromodulation
Field of Research
Neurological Disease
Assay Protocol
https://www.medchemexpress.com/cis-3-hexen-1-ol.html
Purity
99.92
Solubility
DMSO : 100 mg/mL (ultrasonic)
Smiles
CC/C=C\CCO
Molecular Formula
C6H12O
Molecular Weight
100.16
Precautions
H226
References & Citations
[1]Jeremy F McRae, et al. Genetic variation in the odorant receptor OR2J3 is associated with the ability to detect the "grassy" smelling odor, cis-3-hexen-1-ol. Chem Senses. 2012 Sep;37 (7) :585-93.|[2]Yuqian Zhang, et al. Spatial differences in (Z) -3-hexen-1-ol production preferentially reduces Spodoptera litura larva attack on the young leaves of Nicotiana benthamiana. Plant Sci. 2016 Nov;252:367-373.|[3]Gabriella Caporale, et al. Bitterness enhancement induced by cut grass odorant (cis-3-hexen-1-ol) in a model olive oil. Food Quality and Preference. Volume 15, Issue 3, April 2004, Pages 219-227.
Shipping Conditions
Room Temperature
Storage Conditions
-20°C, 3 years; 4°C, 2 years (Powder)
Scientific Category
Natural Products
Clinical Information
No Development Reported
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