Description

3-Hydroxy-p-Menth-1-En-6-One is a high-purity, naturally derived flavor and fragrance intermediate known for its characteristic woody, minty, and slightly fruity aroma profile. This compound is valued for its ability to impart fresh, clean top notes and enhance the complexity of sophisticated scent and flavor compositions. It is an essential ingredient for manufacturers in the flavor and fragrance, cosmetics, and personal care industries seeking natural and high-impact organoleptic components.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: A key building block for creating and enhancing fine perfumes, colognes, and eau de toilettes, particularly in woody, fougère, and chypre accords.
• Flavor Creation: Used as a flavoring agent to impart fresh, minty, and slightly fruity nuances in beverages, confectionery, and oral care products.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Incorporated into soaps, shampoos, lotions, and deodorants to provide a pleasant and lasting scent.
• Aromatherapy & Home Care: Utilized in essential oil blends, diffusers, candles, and household cleaning products for its refreshing aromatic properties.
• Technical Fragrancing: Applied in air fresheners, detergents, and industrial deodorizers for effective odor masking and scent delivery.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-p-Menth-1-En-6-One
CAS No.	61570-82-9
Molecular Formula	C10H16O2
Molecular Weight	168.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-1-p-menthen-6-one; 6-Oxopiperitol; 1-p-Menthen-6-one, 3-hydroxy-; 3-Hydroxy-6-oxo-1-menthene; Piperitol, 6-oxo-; FEMA 3172; (R)-3-Hydroxy-p-menth-1-en-6-one; (1R,3R,4S)-3-Hydroxy-p-menth-1-en-6-one
EINECS	262-807-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Hydroxy-p-Menth-1-En-6-One is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and organoleptic quality, consistent with standards for flavor and fragrance ingredients. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chiral purity (where applicable), and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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. For long-term storage, consider holding under an inert atmosphere to preserve organoleptic properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic woody, minty, slightly fruity
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details
Refractive Index (20°C)	Contact for details
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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