cis-3-Hexenol

Leaf Alcohol

The Essence of Crushed Leaves and Freshly Cut Grass

Not to be confused with Cis-3-Hexenyl Acetate, Cis-3-Hexenol (also known as (Z)-3-Hexen-1-ol) is one of perfumery’s most authentic green materials, prized for its remarkably natural aroma of freshly cut grass, crushed leaves, and verdant garden foliage.

Often referred to as “Leaf Alcohol”, Cis-3-Hexenol occurs naturally in a wide variety of plants and forms part of a fascinating group of aromatic molecules known as Green Leaf Volatiles (GLVs).

These compounds are released when plant tissue is cut, bruised, or damaged, creating the unmistakable scent of a freshly mown lawn, snapped stems, and living greenery after rain.

Its odour profile is intensely fresh, crisp, and botanical, bringing an immediate sense of vitality and natural realism to fragrance compositions.

Perfumers utilise Cis-3-Hexenol to introduce vibrant green facets to floral bouquets, recreate the sensation of lush foliage, and enhance the freshness of citrus, herbal, and woody accords.

While closely related to Cis-3-Hexenyl Acetate, Cis-3-Hexenol possesses a distinctly greener, more natural and leafy character, whereas its acetate counterpart exhibits a fruitier, softer, and sweeter profile.

Particularly beautiful when paired with Oakmoss, Cis-3-Hexenol adds brightness and living green texture to classic chypre structures, evoking shaded woodland floors, moss-covered bark, and freshly crushed forest leaves.

It also blends harmoniously with galbanum, violet leaf, hyacinth, jasmine, vetiver, cedarwood, and aromatic herbs.

A truly indispensable ingredient for perfumers seeking to capture the pure essence of nature in bloom.

Product specification.

CAS No: 928-61-1
Odour description (decreasing): Very Powerful, Fresh Green Cut Grass, Foliage, Vegetable, Herbal, Oily
Odour Strength: High (Recommend smelling in a 10% solution or less)
Usage: Effective from the smallest traces
Substantivity: 4 hour(s) at 100%
Solvent: None
Synonyms: Leaf Alcohol, Cis 3 Hexenol
Name: (Z)-hex-3-en-1-ol
Molecular Formula: C₆H₁₂O
IFRA: 

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements:

• H226 Flammable liquid and vapour.
• H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary statements:

• P210 Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. – No smoking.
• P233 Keep container tightly closed.
• P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
• P241 Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating and lighting equipment.
• P242 Use only non-sparking tools.
• P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
• P264 Wash hands and other contacted skin thoroughly after handling.
• P280 Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.
• P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
• P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
• P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
• P370+P378 In case of fire: Use for extinction: Foam, Dry chemical, Carbon dioxide.
• P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
• P501 Dispose of contents/container to: approved disposal site.

Professional/Industrial use only.