Allyl hexanoate
# Allyl hexanoate

Allyl hexanoate is an organic compound with the formula $C_5H_{11}CO_2CH_2CH=CH_2.$ It is a colorless liquid, although commercial samples appear yellowish. It occurs naturally in pineapples.

## Uses

Allyl hexanoate is employed principally in the formulation of pineapple flavors but it can also be used for peach and apricot essences and for apple blossom, peach blossom, and wisteria perfume compositions. It is an ingredient of some lipstick perfumes and cigarette tobacco. It also adds a sweet juicy note to citrus flavors.

