MENTHYL ACETATE

Description

MENTHYL ACETATE · CAS 89-48-5 · C12H22O2. UNII LF3LEI45OH. Boiling Point: 227 °C; Boiling Point: 227-228 °C; Density: dl-, (-)- 0.919-0.924.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	89-48-5
PubChem CID	27867
Molecular formula	C12H22O2
IUPAC name	(5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexyl) acetate
UNII (FDA)	LF3LEI45OH
FEMA number	2668
JECFA number	431

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	198.30
XLogP3	3.6
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	0
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	2
Rotatable Bond Count	3
Exact Mass	198.161979940
Monoisotopic Mass	198.161979940
Topological Polar Surface Area	26.3
Heavy Atom Count	14
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	227 °C
Boiling Point	227-228 °C
Density	dl-, (-)- 0.919-0.924
Vapor Pressure	0.05 [mmHg]
Refractive Index	dl- 1.443-1.450; (-)- 1.443-1.447
Formulations/Preparations	GRADE: 95% MIN. /L-ISOMER/

Physical description & handling notes

• Liquid
• Colorless liquid with an odor like menthol; [Hawley]
• colourless to pale yellowish liquid with a mild, minty odour
• EARTHY, WEEDY, FRUITY, BERRY-LIKE ODOR
• EARTHY, WEEDY, FRUITY, BERRY-LIKE TASTE
• soluble in alcohol, propylene glycol, most fixed oils; slightly soluble in water, glycerol

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Mint, Cool No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
GHS notification summary	0.1% (1 / 1657)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	0.1% (1 / 1657)
Reported hazard statements	H411

Documented Uses

• Found in peppermint oil; Used in perfumes and flavors; [Hawley] Peppermint oil contains menthol, menthone, and more than 30 other chemicals. It is widely used as a flavoring agent and herbal remedy. [Haddad, p. 1439]
• In perfumery; emphasizes floral notes, especially that of rose, used in toilet waters having a lavender odor. Has been suggested for flavoring extracts having caraway or mint flavors.
• USEFUL IN MINT FLAVORS, FRUIT FLAVORS, BERRY.
• SUGGESTED FOR FLAVORING EXTRACTS HAVING CARAWAY OR MINT FLAVORS
• Flavouring Agent -> FLAVOURING_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes
• Flavoring Agents -> JECFA Flavorings Index

Synonyms

Menthyl acetate; 16409-45-3; Menthol, acetate; Menthyl acetate racemic; Cyclohexanol, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-, acetate; Acetic acid, p-menth-3-yl ester, dl-; DTXSID20859153; RefChem:1088940; DTXCID30210413; Cyclohexanol, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-, acetate, (1alpha,2beta,5alpha)-; 201-911-8; 240-459-6; 249-409-8; LF3LEI45OH; 89-48-5; 2623-23-6

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of MENTHYL ACETATE?

CAS 89-48-5; molecular formula C12H22O2; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is MENTHYL ACETATE known by?

Menthyl acetate, 16409-45-3, Menthol, acetate, Menthyl acetate racemic, Cyclohexanol, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-, acetate, Acetic acid, p-menth-3-yl ester, dl-.

What is the regulatory status of MENTHYL ACETATE?

Documented regulatory listings: EU Flavoring substances; FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT; Flavoring Agents.

Is MENTHYL ACETATE classified as hazardous?

0.1% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (1 of 1657).

What are the key physical properties of MENTHYL ACETATE?

Boiling Point: 227 °C; Boiling Point: 227-228 °C; Density: dl-, (-)- 0.919-0.924; Vapor Pressure: 0.05 [mmHg].

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