3-METHYL-2-HEXENOIC ACID

• CAT Number: M001196
• CAS Number: 27960-21-0
• Molecular Formula: C7H12O2
• Molecular Weight: 128.17
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: TRANS-3-METHYL-2-HEXENOIC ACID;3-METHYL-2-HEXENOIC ACID;3-Methyl-2-hexenoic acid (3:1 mixture of E and Z isomers);3-METHYL-2-HEXENOIC ACID (3:1 MIXTURE OF TRANS- AND CIS- ISOMERS);(Z)-3-Methyl-2-hexenoic acid;(E)-3-methylhex-2-enoic acid
• Storage: -80°C
• IUPAC Name: (E)-3-methylhex-2-enoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H12O2/c1-3-4-6(2)5-7(8)9/h5H,3-4H2,1-2H3,(H,8,9)/b6-5+
• InChIKey: NTWSIWWJPQHFTO-AATRIKPKSA-N
• SMILES: CCCC(=CC(=O)O)C

3-Methyl-2-hexenoic acid（Cat No.:M001196） is an organic compound belonging to the class of unsaturated fatty acids. Characterized by a six-carbon chain with a double bond and a methyl group, this acid is known for its distinctive odor, which is often associated with human body odor, particularly in sweat. It is produced naturally by the skin’s microbiota. In addition to its biological relevance, 3-methyl-2-hexenoic acid is utilized in the fragrance industry to create musky or sweaty scent notes in perfumes and colognes, contributing to more complex and nuanced fragrance profiles.