Compound Q&A
What is Ethyl (2E)-2-hexenoate (CAS: 27829-72-7)?
Answer
Ethyl (2E)-2-hexenoate, also known as methyl crotonate, is an organic compound with the formula C8H14O2. It is a colorless liquid with a distinctive fruity aroma. This compound is often used in the perfume industry and as a flavoring agent in food products.
About
CAS No
27829-72-7
English Name
Ethyl (2E)-2-hexenoate
Molecular Formula
C8H14O2
Molecular Weight
142.2 g/mol
SMILES
CCC/C=C/C(=O)OCC
InChIKey
SJRXWMQZUAOMRJ-VOTSOKGWSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-15 15:53
