Description

D-Menthyl Acrylate is a specialized chiral acrylate ester derived from menthol, offering unique stereochemical properties for advanced material synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in creating polymers and fine chemicals with specific optical activity and tailored performance characteristics. Industries requiring high-purity chiral intermediates, such as advanced polymer research, specialty adhesives, and pharmaceutical synthesis, will find this product essential for developing next-generation materials.

Application

• Chiral Monomer for Specialty Polymers: Serves as a key monomer for synthesizing optically active polymers with specific tacticity and properties for advanced coatings and films.
• Intermediate for Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used in the production of chiral active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals where stereochemistry is critical.
• Advanced Material Research: A valuable reagent in R&D for developing novel functional materials, liquid crystals, and photoresists.
• Specialty Adhesives and Sealants: Imparts unique properties to acrylic-based adhesive formulations, enhancing performance in demanding applications.
• Crosslinking Agent: Utilized in formulations to create crosslinked polymer networks with controlled architecture and stability.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Acts as a precursor or intermediate in the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Menthyl Acrylate
CAS No.	108945-28-4
Molecular Formula	C13H22O2
Molecular Weight	210.31 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,2S,5R)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexyl acrylate; (-)-Menthyl acrylate; D-(-)-Menthyl acrylate; (1R)-(-)-Menthyl acrylate; Acrylic acid (-)-menthyl ester; (1R,2S,5R)-Menthyl acrylate; (R)-Menthyl acrylate; L-Menthyl acrylate (enantiomer)
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Quality Control

Our D-Menthyl Acrylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as chiral purity, chemical assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting its use in regulated research and development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Isolate from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.