cis-3-Hexenyl butyrate

CAS number: 16491-36-4
IFRA Standard status: Not recorded

Last updated · 25-05-2026Record completeness75%

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Description

Cis-3-Hexenyl butyrate features a fresh and complex profile capable of delivering fruity, apple, cognac, buttery, oily, grassy, and even metallic nuances. It occurs naturally in various plants, including mango, passion fruit, apricots, citrus fruits, and strawberries. Perfume creators often prefer a laboratory-created nature-identical version of the ingredient to ensure consistent quality and help preserve natural planetary resources. This lab-produced version can derive from various sources, including renewable materials, making it a sustainable choice for the fragrance industry.

Reported natural sources

ApricotsGuavaPlumsCitrusSea buckthornChinese quinceMangoMasticStrawberryPassion fruit

Additional information

Cis-3-Hexenyl butyrate is one of the compounds that gives freshly cut grass its characteristic scent. When you mow the lawn, this substance is released into the air, creating that recognizable summer aroma.
In nature, plants produce this compound as part of a communication mechanism. It can act either as a warning signal to neighboring plants when danger is present or as an attractant for pollinators like bees and butterflies.
The chameleon-like nature of cis-3-hexenyl butyrate makes it valuable in fragrance creation. At different concentrations and in various combinations, it can mimic notes from diverse fruits, ranging from sweet mangoes to tart citrus, offering perfumers a versatile tool for their compositions.

CAS number

16491-36-4

Other names

Butanoic acid, (3Z)-3-hexen-1-yl esterButanoic acid, 3-hexenyl ester, (Z)-Butyric acid, 3-hexenyl ester, (Z)-(Z)-Hex-3-enyl butyrateHex-3-en-1-yl butyrate3Z-Hexenyl butyratecis-3-Hexenyl butanoatecis-Butyric acid, 3-hexenyl estercis-3-Hexen-1-yl butyrate

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-3-hexenyl butyrate has been evaluated by the Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM), and a peer-reviewed safety assessment has been published. It was found to have the potential for skin sensitization in a small percentage of individuals. This means that in a limited number of people, repeated contact may cause a temporary reaction, such as redness, rash, or itching on the skin. RIFM has established a maximum acceptable concentration level for this ingredient, and the International Fragrance Association (IFRA) has set a safe-use standard. Although an ingredient may have the potential for skin sensitization, most people will not be affected. Everyone's skin is different, so consult a healthcare professional if you have any questions.

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