Description

(1S)-(+)-Menthyl Acetate is a high-purity, chiral ester derivative of menthol, widely recognized for its characteristic minty, fresh, and cooling aroma profile. This compound is valued for its superior olfactory properties and stability, making it a key ingredient in creating sophisticated and long-lasting fragrance accords. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries for its role as a high-value aroma chemical and chiral intermediate.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: A core building block in fine perfumery for creating fresh, minty, and herbal top notes in colognes, aftershaves, and personal care products.
• Flavor Enhancement: Used in food-grade applications to impart a clean, cooling mint flavor to confectionery, oral care products (toothpaste, mouthwash), and chewing gum.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Incorporated into skincare creams, lotions, and balms for its refreshing sensory character and potential soothing effects.
• Aromatherapy & Air Care: Employed in diffuser oils, candles, and room sprays to deliver an invigorating and clean atmospheric scent.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a valuable chiral starting material or resolving agent in the synthesis of optically active pharmaceutical compounds.
• Industrial Deodorants: Utilized in technical applications to mask odors in industrial products and environments with a pleasant mint aroma.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1S)-(+)-Menthyl Acetate
CAS No.	5157-89-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₂O₂
Molecular Weight	198.30 g/mol
Synonyms	(+)-Menthyl acetate; L-Menthyl acetate; (1S,2R,5S)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexyl acetate; p-Menth-3-yl acetate; Acetic acid (-)-menthyl ester; (-)-Menthyl acetate; L(-)-Menthyl acetate; (1S)-(-)-Menthyl acetate; Menthol acetate; Mint acetate
EINECS	225-923-7

Quality Control

Our (1S)-(+)-Menthyl Acetate is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We offer grades suitable for fragrance, flavor (FCC), and technical applications, with specifications tailored to meet industry requirements. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, optical rotation, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee 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 heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]20/D	-75° to -85°
Refractive Index n20/D	1.443 - 1.448
Relative Density (20°C)	0.920 - 0.930
Related Substances (GC)	Meet required limits

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