Description

Isopulegol is a versatile monoterpene alcohol with a fresh, minty-woody odor profile. This compound serves as a crucial chiral intermediate and fragrance ingredient, valued for its specific stereochemistry and organoleptic properties. It is essential for manufacturers in the flavor & fragrance, pharmaceutical, and agrochemical industries seeking a reliable building block for synthesis and formulation.

Application

• Fragrance & Flavor Industry: A key ingredient for imparting fresh, minty, and cooling notes in perfumes, cosmetics, personal care products, and air fresheners.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a critical chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including menthol and related therapeutic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as an intermediate in the production of certain pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its terpene backbone.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile starting material or intermediate in organic synthesis for producing fine chemicals and other terpene derivatives.
• Aromatherapy & Essential Oils: Employed as a component in blended essential oils and aromatherapy products for its characteristic scent.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isopulegol
CAS No.	89-79-2
Molecular Formula	C10H18O
Molecular Weight	154.25 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Menth-8-en-3-ol; (1R,2S,5R)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohex-3-en-1-ol; (1R)-(1α,2β,5α)-5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohex-3-ene-1-ol; (-)-Isopulegol; L-Isopulegol; p-Menthen-8-ol; 8-p-Menthen-3-ol
EINECS	201-940-8

Quality Control

Our Isopulegol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by GC or HPLC, to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and olfactory profile. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment, and we can support compliance with REACH, FDA, and other relevant regulatory frameworks upon request.

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). This material is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, heat, and ignition sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor	Characteristic, fresh minty-woody
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0% (sum of isomers)
Chiral Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0% (for specified enantiomer)
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.478
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	0.905 - 0.915
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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