trans-2-Hexenyl Hexanoate

Ref. 3D-DCA39886

Product Information

• Name: trans-2-Hexenyl Hexanoate
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Trans-2-Hexenyl Hexanoate is a pheromone that is found in plants, such as coffee beans. It has been shown to be a potent attractant of conspecifics in the insect world. This compound has been synthetically produced and is commercially available for use as an insecticide against pests. Trans-2-Hexenyl Hexanoate has been found to have high concentrations in plants, such as coffee beans, tea leaves, and cocoa beans. The two main techniques used to extract this compound are gas chromatography and liquid chromatography.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 198.31 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₂H₂₂O₂
• Purity: Min. 95%