CIS-6-NONENAL

CAS NO.：2277-19-2
Empirical Formula: C9H16O
Molecular Weight: 140.22
MDL number: MFCD00014683
EINECS: 218-900-9
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2026-01-13 11:26:37

What is CIS-6-NONENAL?

Description

cis-6-Nonenal has a citrus, melon odor. Synthesized by catalytic hydrogenation of 6-nonynal diethyl acetal followed by hydrolysis.

Chemical properties

clear colorless to pale yellow liquid

Chemical properties

cis-6-Nonenal has a citrus, melon odor

Occurrence

Reported found in cucumber, muskmelon, fish and pepino fruit (Solanum muricatum).

The Uses of CIS-6-NONENAL

It is a flavor component of muskmelon fruit.

Preparation

By catalytic hydrogenation of 6-nonynal diethyl acetal followed by hydrolysis

Definition

ChEBI: (Z)-non-6-enal is a monounsaturated fatty aldehyde that is (3Z)-non-3-ene which is carrying an oxo group at position 1. It has a role as a plant metabolite. It is a monounsaturated fatty aldehyde, an olefinic compound and a medium-chain fatty aldehyde.

Aroma threshold values

Detection: 0.005 ppb

Taste threshold values

Taste characteristics at 25 ppm: green cucumber and melon with a waxy vegetative nuance

Safety Profile

Low toxicity by ingestion and skin contact. A skin irritant. Flammable liquid when exposed to heat, sparks, or flame. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.

Properties of CIS-6-NONENAL

Melting point:	-28°C (estimate)
Boiling point:	87 °C19 mm Hg(lit.)
Density	0.841 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
vapor pressure	2-38.657hPa at 10-80℃
refractive index	n20/D 1.442(lit.)
FEMA	3580 \| CIS-6-NONENAL
Flash point:	>230 °F
storage temp.	2-8°C
form	A liquid
Odor	at 1.00 % in dipropylene glycol. green cucumber melon cantaloupe honeydew waxy vegetable orris violet leaf
Water Solubility	Not miscible or difficult to mix in water. Soluble in alcohol.
Sensitive	Air Sensitive
JECFA Number	325
BRN	2323664
CAS DataBase Reference	2277-19-2(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System	6-Nonenal, (6Z)- (2277-19-2)

Safety information for CIS-6-NONENAL

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P271:Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.