| Description | cis-3-Hexen-1-ol ((Z)-3-Hexen-1-ol) is an aroma compound which typically described as "green grassy" or the smell of "cut grass". cis-3-Hexen-1-ol has been found in many fresh fruits and vegetables and widely used as an added flavor in processed food and perfume. cis-3-Hexen-1-ol is also an attractant to various insects[1][2]. |
| Synonyms | 叶醇, Leaf alcohol, (Z)-3-Hexen-1-ol |
| molecular weight | 100.16 |
| Molecular formula | C6H12O |
| CAS | 928-96-1 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
| Solubility | DMSO: 99 mg/mL (988.41 mM), Sonication is recommended. |
| References | 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. |