Ethyl (E)-hex-2-enoate

CAS NO.：27829-72-7
Empirical Formula: C8H14O2
Molecular Weight: 142.2
MDL number: MFCD00036541
EINECS: 248-681-5
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2026-04-03 14:17:14

What is Ethyl (E)-hex-2-enoate?

Chemical properties

Ethyl trans-2-hexenoate has a fruity, green, pulpy pineapple and apple odor.

Occurrence

Reported found in apple brandy, cognac, grape brandy, concord grapes, wild grapes, passion fruit, quince, strawberry, guava, pineapple, pawpaw and wood apple.

The Uses of Ethyl (E)-hex-2-enoate

(2E)-2-Hexenoic Acid Ethyl Ester is an odor active compound found in fruits such as papaya fruit cv. Red Maradol and guava (Psidium guajava L. cv. Red Suprema).

Definition

ChEBI: Ethyl 2-hexenoate is a fatty acid ethyl ester of 2-hexenoic acid. It has a role as a metabolite. It is functionally related to a 2-hexenoic acid.

What are the applications of Application

Ethyl (E)-hex-2-enoate has a pleasant, rum-like odor; fruity, green and sweet with a juicy undertone.For tropical nuances, grape, berry and apple applications.

Taste threshold values

Taste characteristics at 10 ppm: fruity, green and sweet with a juicy, fruity undernote

Synthesis Reference(s)

Tetrahedron Letters, 27, p. 2903, 1986 DOI: 10.1016/S0040-4039(00)84675-4

Properties of Ethyl (E)-hex-2-enoate

Melting point:	−2 °C(lit.)
Boiling point:	123-126 °C12 mm Hg(lit.)
Density	0.95 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
FEMA	3675 \| ETHYL TRANS-2-HEXENOATE
refractive index	n20/D 1.46(lit.)
Flash point:	>230 °F
storage temp.	under inert gas (nitrogen or Argon) at 2-8°C
form	clear liquid
color	Colorless to Almost colorless
Odor	at 100.00 %. green fruity tropical juicy papaya quince winey rummy orange vegetable
JECFA Number	1808
BRN	1701323
CAS DataBase Reference	27829-72-7(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	Ethyl 2-hexenoate(27829-72-7)
EPA Substance Registry System	2-Hexenoic acid, ethyl ester, (2E)- (27829-72-7)

Safety information for Ethyl (E)-hex-2-enoate

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Flame Flammables GHS02
GHS Hazard Statements	H226:Flammable liquids H227:Flammable liquids
Precautionary Statement Codes	P210:Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking. P240:Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. P241:Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/…/equipment. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P303+P361+P353:IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water/shower. P370+P378:In case of fire: Use … for extinction. P403+P235:Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P501:Dispose of contents/container to..…