Methyl hexanoate

Methyl hexanoate is a high-purity essences-and-fragrances supplied for industrial and specialty chemical applications. Contact our team for specifications, packaging options and lead times.

1. Flavor and Fragrance Industry

Methyl hexanoate丨CAS 106-70-7 is widely used as a flavoring agent and fragrance ingredient, especially in products requiring fruity or tropical notes.

● Flavoring agent: Added to food, beverages, and confectionery products to impart pineapple, apple, or fruit-like aromas.

● Fragrance compositions: Used in perfumes, personal care products, and air fresheners for its sweet, ester-like scent.

2. Solvent and Intermediate in Chemical Synthesis

Due to its ester structure, Methyl hexanoate丨CAS 106-70-7 functions as a medium-polarity solvent and a starting material in various organic transformations.

● Solvent: Employed in specialty coatings, inks, and cleaning agents due to its volatility and solvency power.

● Synthetic intermediate: Used in the preparation of more complex esters, plasticizers, and agrochemical compounds.

3. Agrochemical and Pheromone Formulations

It is found naturally in some fruits and is sometimes included in insect attractants and pheromone blends for integrated pest management (IPM).

● Insect attractant: May be used in lures and traps to attract fruit flies and other insects in agricultural monitoring.

4. Cosmetic and Personal Care Applications

Thanks to its pleasant aroma and low skin irritation potential, methyl hexanoate is used in lotions, creams, and shampoos as a fragrance additive.

1. Pleasant Fruity Odor

Methyl hexanoate's strong, tropical fruit scent makes it ideal for enhancing sensory appeal in food, fragrance, and personal care products.

2. High Volatility and Solubility

Its physical properties allow for quick evaporation and excellent blending, making it suitable for fast-drying formulations and scent diffusion.

3. GRAS Status (Generally Recognized as Safe)

In regulated quantities, methyl hexanoate is considered safe for use in food flavorings by organizations such as the FDA and EFSA, supporting its broad acceptance in consumables.

4. Versatility Across Industries

Its utility spans food, fragrance, agriculture, and industrial solvents, making it a cost-effective and multipurpose chemical for formulation chemists.

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