Description

(-)-Dihydrocarvyl Acetate is a chiral, monoterpenoid ester valued for its characteristic minty, herbaceous, and slightly woody aroma profile. This compound matters as a high-purity, optically active fragrance intermediate essential for creating sophisticated and consistent flavor and fragrance compositions. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance (F&F) industry, as well as by research and development laboratories focusing on chiral synthesis and natural product chemistry.

Application

• Fragrance Ingredient: A key building block in fine perfumery for creating fresh, minty, and herbal top notes in personal care products, cosmetics, and fine fragrances.
• Flavor Modifier: Used to impart or enhance minty, cooling, and herbaceous nuances in food flavorings, oral care products (toothpaste, mouthwash), and confectionery.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a chiral precursor or starting material in the organic synthesis of more complex terpenoids and pharmaceutical agents.
• Aromatherapy & Essential Oil Blending: Employed as a component in specialty aromatic blends and to standardize or modify the scent profile of natural essential oils.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-odor relationships, chiral catalysis, and natural product synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	(-)-Dihydrocarvyl Acetate
CAS No.	20777-39-3
Molecular Formula	C12H20O2
Molecular Weight	196.29 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Dihydrocarveol Acetate; (1S,2R,5S)-2-Methyl-5-(1-methylethenyl)cyclohexyl Acetate; L-Dihydrocarvyl Acetate; (1S)-2-Methyl-5-(1-methylethenyl)cyclohexyl Acetate; Dihydrocarveyl Acetate; (-)-trans-Dihydrocarvyl Acetate; Carvomenthol, acetate; p-Menth-8-en-2-ol, acetate, (1R,2S,5R)-(-)-
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Quality Control

Our (-)-Dihydrocarvyl Acetate is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high optical purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including chiral purity (enantiomeric excess) and standard impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications for identity, assay, and purity are available for every batch upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Odor	Characteristic minty, herbaceous
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral GC)	≥ 98.0% e.e.
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.460 - 1.470
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.940 - 0.960

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