Menthyl Acetate

IUPAC name

Acetic acid [(1R,2S,5R)-2-isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexyl] ester

CAS Number 2623-23-6  

Properties

Chemical formula C12H22O2

Molar mass 198.30 g/mol

Density 0.92 g/mL

Boiling point 229-“230 °C (444“446 °F; 502“503 K)

Flash point 77 °C (171 °F; 350 K)

Menthyl acetate is a natural monoterpene which contributes to the smell and flavor of peppermint. It is the acetate ester of menthol. Menthyl acetate constitutes 3“5% of the volatile oil of mentha piperita, contributing to its smell and flavour.

USES

1 Air care products

2 Cleaning and furnishing care products

3 Laundry and dishwashing products

4 Paper products

5 Personal care products