Methyl non-2-enoate CAS#111-79-5
Strong and distinctive purple leaf aroma enhances fragrance profiles.
Soluble in alcohol, enabling easy incorporation in various formulations.
Widely used in daily chemicals, soaps, and food flavorings for versatile applications.
Colorless to slightly yellow liquid suitable for diverse product aesthetics.
Methyl 2-nonenoate, with the molecular formula C₁₀H₁₀O₂, is a colorless to pale yellow liquid characterized by a strong purple leaf scent. It is alcohol-soluble and flammable. This compound is commonly utilized in the production of daily chemicals, soaps, and food flavorings.
English name | Methyl trans-2-nonenoate |
English synonyms | RARECHEM AL BF 0154:NEOFOLIONE;2-NONENOIC ACID METHYL ESTER;METHYL NONYLENATE;METHYL NONYLENOATE;METHYL 2-NONENOATE (MAX 90% TRANS);2-ethylideneoctanoate;Methyl 2-none |
CAS number | 111-79-5 |
Molecular formula | C10H1802 |
Molecular weight | 170.25 |
EINECS number | 203-908-7 |
Mol file | 111-79-5.mol |
Melting Point | -89.9°C (estimated) |
Boiling Point | 115°C 21 mm Hg (lit.) |
Density | 0.895 g/mL at 25°C (lit.) |
Vapor Pressure | 13.33 hPa at 95.84 |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.444 (lit.) |
Storage Conditions | Sealed in dry, room temperature |
Odor | Fruit, vegetable flavor |
Appearance | Colorless to light green liquid |
Fragrance | green |
Water Solubility | 52.1 mg/L at 25°C |
CAS Database | 111-79-5 (CAS DataBase Reference) |




