Description

Neoisomenthol is a stereoisomer of menthol, a key organic compound prized for its distinct cooling and minty organoleptic properties. This high-purity material is essential for formulators seeking to fine-tune sensory profiles and enhance product performance. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries for its reliable and consistent quality.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A crucial intermediate and modifier in the synthesis of high-value mint and cooling flavorants for confectionery, oral care products (toothpaste, mouthwash), and chewing gum.
• Aroma Chemical Production: Used as a building block for creating complex aroma molecules and as a chiral starting material in fine chemical synthesis.
• Pharmaceutical Actives: Serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) that require the specific neoisomenthol stereochemistry for therapeutic effect.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Incorporated into formulations for topical creams, balms, and lotions to provide a characteristic cooling sensation and fresh mint note.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Employed as a flavor additive in tobacco products to impart a refreshing character.
• Chemical Research & Development: Used as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and organic synthesis research due to its defined stereochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Neoisomenthol
CAS No.	491-02-1
Molecular Formula	C10H20O
Molecular Weight	156.27 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,2S,5R)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanol; d-Neoisomenthol; (-)-Neoisomenthol; trans-Isomenthol; (1R,2S,5R)-Menthol; 2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanol (specific stereoisomer); p-Menthan-3-ol (stereoisomer)
EINECS	207-724-6

Quality Control

Our Neoisomenthol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for flavor, fragrance, and pharmaceutical intermediate applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles, is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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 oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline solid or colorless crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Melting Point	51 - 54 °C
Related Substances (GC)	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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