cis-6-Nonen-1-ol

CAS number: 35854-86-5
IFRA Standard status: Not recorded

Last updated · 25-05-2026Record completeness75%

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Description

Cis-6-Nonen-1-ol is a fragrance ingredient with a variety of scent notes, ranging from fresh green notes, melon, and cucumber to fruity and floral nuances. It occurs naturally in cucumbers and melons, giving them their characteristic aroma. Perfumers often produce a nature-identical version of this substance in a laboratory environment, ensuring consistent quality and helping preserve the planet's natural resources. The laboratory-produced version can be derived from various sources, including renewable materials, making it a more sustainable choice for the fragrance industry.

Reported natural sources

CucumberPepinoMelons

Additional information

Did you know what "cis" means in the name cis-6-Nonen-1-ol? It refers to the molecular structure where similar groups are on the same side of the carbon chain, which influences the scent properties of the substance.
Despite its strong connection to fruits and vegetables, cis-6-Nonen-1-ol is also found in certain fish species, making for an unexpected natural source for an ingredient associated with fresh aromas.
The pepino melon is a lesser-known fruit that naturally contains this compound, contributing to its characteristic scent that resembles a combination of melon and pear.

CAS number

35854-86-5

Other names

cis-6-Nonenol6-Nonen-1-ol, (Z)-(Z)-Non-6-en-1-olNon-6-en-1-ol

Linked YUMA products

No YUMA products are linked to this ingredient

IFRA Standard status

The IFRA Standards form an industry self-regulatory system. They may prohibit or restrict the use of particular fragrance ingredients, or set specifications, according to end use. The status below reflects the IFRA data recorded for this ingredient. It is not a product certification and does not replace applicable law or assessment of the finished product.

Not recorded

Regulatory information

The safety of cis-6-Nonen-1-ol has been evaluated by the Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM), and a peer-reviewed safety assessment has been published. It can be used safely in everyday products at current use levels. Safety assessments for this ingredient have been conducted by various regulatory bodies around the world.

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