(±)-Menthol
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(±)-Menthol
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CAS No:
89-78-1
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Formula:
C10H20O
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Chemical Name:
(±)-Menthol
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Synonyms:
Cyclohexanol,5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-,(1R,2S,5R)-rel-;Menthol,cis-1,3,trans-1,4-;Cyclohexanol,5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-,(1α,2β,5α)-;Menthol,dl-;rel-(1R,2S,5R)-5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexanol;Hexahydrothymol;Menthacamphor;Menthomenthol;Peppermint camphor;Menthol;Racemic menthol;dl-Menthol;(±)-Menthol;Racementhol;rac-Menthol;(1R,2S,5R)-rel-5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexanol;Fisherman's Friend Lozenges;Therapeutic Mineral Ice;NSC 2603;Thymomenthol;DL-Menthol;Meggezone;MENTHOL JP COS SP;15356-70-4
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Description
(±)-Menthol, also known as racemic menthol, is an organic compound with a unique chemical structure. Its chemical formula is C10H20O, indicating it is composed of ten carbon atoms, twenty hydrogen atoms, and one oxygen atom. This compound exists in the form of a white crystalline solid and has a very strong minty aroma, providing a cooling and refreshing sensation. (±)-Menthol is solid at room temperature and has a certain melting point, typically stable under ambient conditions. It is highly soluble, especially in alcohols and ethers, allowing it to easily dissolve in these solvents and exert its unique fragrance and cooling effect in various applications. Due to its distinct minty aroma and cooling sensation, (±)-Menthol is widely used in a variety of products, such as mint candies, chewing gum, toothpaste, mouthwash, and other personal care products. Additionally, it exhibits certain antibacterial and analgesic properties, making it applicable in some pharmaceutical formulations. With its wide range of uses and unique properties, (±)-Menthol has become a very important compound in the chemical and fragrance industries.
Characteristics
20.23000
2.43950
White crystalline solid with a peppermint odor and taste.
0.890 g/cm3
41-43 °C
212 °C
92ºC
1.4615
H2O: insoluble
Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition so
0.8 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
LD50 orally in rats: 3180 mg/kg (Jenner)
Safety Information
UN 1888 6.1/PG 3
2
R36/37/38
S24/25
OT0350000
Xi
P261-P280-P305 + P351 + P338
H315-H318-H335
(±)-Menthol Use and Manufacturing
Flavoring agent in toothpastes & mouthwashes, in pharmaceuticals, principally flavoring agent in cigarettes, flavoring agent in aerosol room fresheners, in cosmetics, misc applications, topical antipruritic.
Computed Properties
Molecular Weight:156.26
XLogP3:3
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count:1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count:1
Rotatable Bond Count:1
Exact Mass:156.151415257
Monoisotopic Mass:156.151415257
Topological Polar Surface Area:20.2
Heavy Atom Count:11
Complexity:120
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count:3
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count:1
Compound Is Canonicalized:Yes
Drug Function and Efficacy
Promote local circulation and have mild anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipruritic effects
Registered Holders
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SYMRISE INC
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United States
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Anhui Yinfeng Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
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China
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Anhui Huaxin Biotech Co., Ltd.
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China
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