Product Details
Molecular Formula
C10H20O
Appearance
Colorless acicular or prismatic crystal, etc
Standard
Internal standards
Description
A cyclic monoterpene alcohol providing a cooling sensation.
Stability and Storage Conditions
Stable.
Solubility
Soluble in ethanol and oils.
Product Specification
25kg/barrel
Storage
Store below +30°C.
Boiling Point
216 °C(lit.)
Melting Point
34-36 °C(lit.)
Density
0.89 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Applications
Used as a fragrance and cooling agent.
Source and Preparation
Extract from Mentol stems and leaves , steam distillation and organic solvent
InChI
1S/C10H20O/c1-7(2)9-5-4-8(3)6-10(9)11/h7-11H,4-6H2,1-3H3
Water Solubility
Slightly soluble in water (456 mg/L at 25°C).
Vapor Pressure
0.8 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
InChI Key
NOOLISFMXDJSKH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Toxicity
LD50 orally in rats: 3180 mg/kg (Jenner)