Description

Menthyl Valerate is a high-purity ester compound valued for its unique organoleptic properties and chemical stability. It serves as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient in the creation of sophisticated flavor and fragrance profiles. This product is essential for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, cosmetic, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: A key ingredient for imparting fresh, minty, and fruity nuances in perfumes, colognes, air fresheners, and personal care products.
• Food & Beverage Flavors: Used as a flavoring agent to create and enhance cool, sweet, and berry-like notes in confectionery, beverages, and oral care products.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Acts as a fragrance component and emollient in lotions, creams, lip balms, and other topical applications.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a chiral building block or intermediate in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Aromatherapy & Wellness: Incorporated into diffuser blends, candles, and massage oils for its refreshing and potentially soothing aromatic qualities.

Basic Information

Product Name	Menthyl Valerate
CAS No.	89-47-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₈O₂
Molecular Weight	240.38 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Menthyl valerate; (-)-Menthyl valerate; Valeric acid, menthyl ester; p-Menth-3-yl valerate; Menthol valerate; 5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl pentanoate; FEMA 2667; Laevo-menthyl valerate
EINECS	201-911-8

Quality Control

Our Menthyl Valerate 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 properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, optical rotation, and refractive index are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Odor	Characteristic, minty, fruity
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Optical Rotation [α]²⁰D	-70° to -80°
Refractive Index n²⁰D	1.450 - 1.460
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.910 - 0.920

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