trans-2-Hexenal

• CAT Number: R060574
• CAS Number: 6728-26-3
• Molecular Formula: C6H10O
• Molecular Weight: 98.15
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: (2E)-2-Hexenal; (E)-2-Hexenal; Leaf Aldehyde; (2E)-Hexenal; (E)-2-Hexen-1-al; Green Leaf Aldehyde; trans-2-Hexen-1-al
• Target: Endogenous Metabolite
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: (E)-hex-2-enal
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H10O/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7/h4-6H,2-3H2,1H3/b5-4+
• InChIKey: MBDOYVRWFFCFHM-SNAWJCMRSA-N
• SMILES: CCC/C=C/C=O

trans-2-Hexenal（Cat No.:R060574）, also known as (E)-2-Hexenal, is an α,β-unsaturated aldehyde characterized by a six-carbon chain with a trans double bond. It naturally occurs in fruits and vegetables and is a key component of the “green” aroma associated with freshly cut plants. Widely used in the flavor and fragrance industry, it imparts a sharp, leafy scent in formulations. Additionally, trans-2-Hexenal is studied for its antimicrobial and plant defense properties. Supplied at high purity, it is ideal for use in aroma research, food chemistry, and natural product synthesis.