(E)-3-hexenoic acid
Also known as: trans-3-Hexenoic acid, 3-Hexenoic acid, (3E)-, (3E)-Hex-3-enoic acid, trans-Hex-3-enoic acid, FEMA 3170, trans-Hydrosorbic acid, hex-3-enoic acid
(E)-3-hexenoic acid (CAS 1577-18-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H10O2 and a molecular weight of 114.142 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 11-12 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 209.0±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 106.4±13.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1577-18-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-30790-4
- Molecular Formula
- C6H10O2
- Molecular Weight
- 114.142 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 11-12 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 209.0±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 106.4±13.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 114.068077 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 1.60 |
| Additional Property | >1 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.8 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.456 |
| Additional Property | SLIGHTLY SOLUBLE |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of (E)-3-hexenoic acid?
The CAS number of (E)-3-hexenoic acid is 1577-18-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (E)-3-hexenoic acid?
(E)-3-hexenoic acid has molecular formula C6H10O2 and molecular weight 114.142 g/mol.
Is (E)-3-hexenoic acid hazardous?
(E)-3-hexenoic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (E)-3-hexenoic acid?
For (E)-3-hexenoic acid, Upstream Products: Sorbic acid, Malonic acid, Butyraldehyde; Downstream Products: Ethyl 4-oxohexanoate, (E)-3-Hexen-1-ol, p-Toluenesulfonic acid.
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