Description

p-Mentha-8-Thiol-3-One Acetate is a high-purity synthetic flavor and fragrance intermediate, prized for its potent, sulfurous, and grapefruit-like organoleptic character. This compound is essential for creating sophisticated, natural-tasting flavor profiles and complex fragrance accords. It is a critical raw material for flavorists and perfumers in the food & beverage, fine fragrance, and personal care industries seeking to enhance product differentiation and sensory appeal.

Application

• Flavor Creation: A key building block for formulating grapefruit, passion fruit, tropical, and citrus flavor systems in beverages, confectionery, and dairy products.
• Fragrance Composition: Used as a top or middle note to impart fresh, juicy, and sulfuraceous nuances in fine perfumes, colognes, and personal care products like shampoos and shower gels.
• Aroma Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a valuable intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of other complex sulfur-containing aroma chemicals.
• Functional Fragrances: Incorporated into air fresheners, household cleaners, and detergents to provide a fresh, clean, and modern scent character.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Used to modify and enhance the sensory profile of tobacco products.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Mentha-8-Thiol-3-One Acetate
CAS No.	63299-27-4
Molecular Formula	C12H20O2S
Molecular Weight	228.35 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Mercapto-p-menthan-3-one acetate; 8-Acetylthio-p-menthan-3-one; 1-Acetylthio-4-isopropyl-1-cyclohexanone; Grapefruit Mercaptan Acetate; Sulfox Acetate; Thiomenthone Acetate; p-Menthane-8-thiol-3-one acetate
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Quality Control

Our p-Mentha-8-Thiol-3-One Acetate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and olfactory profile, suitable for flavor and fragrance applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, optical purity, and impurity limits are provided with every shipment to guarantee consistency and compliance.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Purity (Chiral GC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.495 - 1.505
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.030 - 1.050

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