CAS 505-57-7

2-Hexenal

Description:

2-Hexenal is an organic compound classified as an aldehyde, characterized by its six-carbon chain with a double bond between the second and third carbon atoms. Its molecular formula is C6H10O, and it features a carbonyl group (C=O) at the end of the chain, which is typical for aldehydes. This compound is a colorless liquid at room temperature and possesses a distinctive, pleasant green, grassy odor, making it useful in flavoring and fragrance applications. 2-Hexenal is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water due to its hydrophobic nature. It is known for its reactivity, particularly in undergoing oxidation to form 2-hexenoic acid or polymerization under certain conditions. Additionally, 2-hexenal can be produced naturally in various plants and is involved in the biosynthesis of certain flavors and aromas. Its applications extend to the food industry, where it is used as a flavoring agent, as well as in the synthesis of other chemical compounds in organic chemistry.

Formula: C₆H₁₀O

InChI: InChI=1/C6H10O/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7/h4-6H,2-3H2,1H3/b5-4+

InChI key: InChIKey=MBDOYVRWFFCFHM-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CCC)=CC=O

Synonyms:

• alpha,beta-Hexylenaldehyde
• Hex-2-enal
• Hex-2-enal
• CCRIS 3508
• 3-01-00-02993 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
• (2E)-hex-2-enal
• 2-Hexenal
• Hex-2-en-1-al
• BRN 1740988
• AI3-24649
• Hexylenic aldehyde
• 2-Hexen-1-al
• beta-Propylacrolein
• Leaf aldehyde
• HEXENE-2-AL
• 2-hexenal,2-hexen-1-al
• HEXEN-2-AL