Description / Application
(2E)-hexenal is a 2-hexenal in which the olefinic double bond has E configuration. It occurs naturally in a wide range of fruits, vegetables, and spices. It has a role as an antibacterial agent, a flavouring agent and a plant metabolite.
Identities
| Molecular Formula | C6H10O |
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| Molecular Weight | 98.14 |
| MFCD | MFCD00007008 |
Transport
| DOT UN Number | UN1988 |
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| Hazard Class | 3 (6.1) |
| Packing Group | III |
Safety
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| Signal Word | Danger |
| Hazard Statements | H226;H302;H311 |
| Precautionary Statements | P210;P233;P240;P241;P242;P243;P261;P264;P270;P272;P280;P301+P312+P330;P303+P361+P353;P333+P313;P363;P370+P378;P403+P235;P405;P501 |