Chemical Properties
(Z)-3-Hexenyl Isobutyrate is found in spearmint oil. It smells fruity green and is used
in perfumery to create freshness in blossom compositions.
Chemical Properties
(Z)-3-Hexenyl isobutyrate has a green, fruity, apple-like odor
Occurrence
Reported found in guava, spearmint, Chinese quince.
Definition
ChEBI: 3Z-Hexenyl isobutyrate is a carboxylic ester.
Aroma threshold values
Aroma characteristics at 1.0%: sweet fruity apple and pear with a slight green character
Taste threshold values
Taste characteristics at 1 to 5 ppm: sweet, fruity, apple and pear with a slight green character and nuances
of raw beans and filberts
General Description
Natural occurrence: Guava, spearmint, Chinese quince.
Biochem/physiol Actions
Taste at 1-5 ppm
