Description

Menthyl Acetate is a high-purity ester derivative of menthol, valued for its clean, minty, and slightly fruity aroma. This compound is a key ingredient in the creation of sophisticated and natural-smelling fragrance and flavor profiles. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries for its superior olfactory characteristics and stability.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: A versatile fragrance ingredient used as a top or middle note in perfumes, colognes, and personal care products to impart fresh, minty, and herbal nuances.
• Flavor Creation: Employed as a flavoring agent in food and beverage products, including confectionery, chewing gum, oral care (mouthwash, toothpaste), and pharmaceuticals, to deliver a cooling mint taste.
• Cosmetics & Toiletries: Used in creams, lotions, soaps, and shampoos for its pleasant scent and potential cooling sensation on the skin.
• Aromatherapy & Air Care: Incorporated into diffuser oils, candles, and air fresheners for its refreshing and invigorating aromatic properties.
• Industrial Deodorants: Acts as a masking agent or fragrance component in industrial cleaners and household products.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a starting material or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules for pharmaceutical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Menthyl Acetate
CAS No.	29066-34-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₂O₂
Molecular Weight	198.30 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-Menthyl acetate; L-Menthyl acetate; p-Menth-3-yl acetate; Acetic acid, (-)-menthyl ester; (1R,2S,5R)-5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl acetate; Menthol acetate; 3-p-Menthanyl acetate; FEMA 2668
EINECS	249-409-0

Quality Control

Our Menthyl Acetate is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. It is manufactured to meet the requirements of the Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) and Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA) standards where applicable. Comprehensive quality testing, including assay, optical rotation, and impurity profiling, is performed. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Odor	Characteristic minty, fresh odor
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Rotation [α]20/D	-70° to -80°
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.443 - 1.448
Relative Density (20/20°C)	0.920 - 0.930

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