Description
Hexyl benzoate has a woody-green, piney balsamic odor. Hexyl
benzoate may be synthesized by esterification of n-hexanol with
benzoic acid under azeotropic conditions.
Chemical Properties
Hexyl Benzoate is a liquid with a balsamic,
green, melon-like odor. It is used in perfumery.
Chemical Properties
Hexyl benzoate has a woody-green, piney, balsamic odor
Occurrence
Reported found in lingonberry, peach, apricot, Parmesan cheese, butter, black tea, yellow passion fruit, sopadilla fruit (Achras sapota L.) and Roman chamomile oil.
Uses
Hexyl benzoate is used as a fragrance for soaps, perfumes,
and creams.
Definition
ChEBI: Hexyl benzoate is a benzoate ester.
Preparation
By esterification of n-hexanol with benzoic acid under azeotropic conditions
General Description
Clear colorless liquid.
Air & Water Reactions
Insoluble in water.
Reactivity Profile
Hexyl benzoate is an ester. Esters react with acids to liberate heat along with alcohols and acids. Strong oxidizing acids may cause a vigorous reaction that is sufficiently exothermic to ignite the reaction products. Heat is also generated by the interaction of esters with caustic solutions. Flammable hydrogen is generated by mixing esters with alkali metals and hydrides.
Fire Hazard
Hexyl benzoate is probably combustible.
Flammability and Explosibility
Non flammable
