Cas No. :89-78-1
Product name: DL-Menthol
English name: DL-Menthol
Alias: Mentol;(1R,2R,5S)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-yl-1-cyclohexanol; Menthol 89-78-1;component of Dermoplast;component of Robitussin cough drops;component of Theragesic; Cyclohexanol, 2-isopropyl-5-methyl-;cyclohexanol,2-isopropyl-5-methyl-
CAS No.: 89-78-1
Molecular Formula: C10H20O
Molecular weight: 156.27
EINECS number: 201-939-0
Mol file: 89-78-1.mol
Structural formula
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Melting point: 34-36 °C (lit.).
Specific optical rotation: -2 º (c=10, EtOH).
Boiling point: 216 °C (lit.).
Density: 0.89 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Vapor pressure: 0.8 mm Hg (20 °C).
Refractive index: 1.4615
FEMA: 2665 | MENTHOL RACEMIC
Flash point: 200 °F
Storage conditions: Store below +30°C
Solubility: 456mg/l
Acidity coefficient (pKa): 15.30±0.60 (Predicted
Form: Crystalline Solid
Color: Colorless to white
Odor: (Odor) at 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. peppermint cool woody
Scent: mentholic
Water Solubility: insoluble
Property: Colorless needle or prismatic crystal or white crystalline powder
Uses: DL-Menthol can be used as a flavoring, flavor enhancer, candy (mints, gums), beverages, ice cream, etc. Both DL-Menthol and racemic DL-Menthol can be used as toothpaste; Perfume; Flavoring agent for beverages and confectionery. It is used as a stimulant in medicine, acting on the skin or mucous membranes, and has a cooling and itching effect; Taken internally, it can be used as a carminative for headache and nose; Pharynx; laryngeal inflammation, etc.; Its esters are used in spices and medicines.
Xi:Irritant;