Description

Dihydromintlactone is a high-purity synthetic flavor and fragrance compound, also known as 3,6-Dimethyl-3a,4,5,7a-tetrahydro-1-benzofuran-2(3H)-one. This versatile lactone is prized for its powerful, clean, and diffusive minty-herbaceous odor profile with sweet, coumarin-like undertones, making it a valuable building block for perfumers and flavorists. It is essential for manufacturers in the fragrance, flavor, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create sophisticated mint, herbal, and fougère accords.

Application

• Fragrance Formulation: A key ingredient in fine perfumery for creating fresh, natural mint, herbal, and fougère notes in perfumes, colognes, and personal care products.
• Flavor Creation: Used in the development of mint, herbal, and cooling flavor profiles for confectionery, oral care products (toothpaste, mouthwash), and beverages.
• Functional Fragrances: Incorporated into household and industrial products like detergents, cleaners, and air fresheners to impart a clean, fresh character.
• Aroma Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate for the production of other complex fragrance molecules.
• Tobacco Flavoring: Used to enhance and modify the flavor profile of tobacco products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dihydromintlactone
CAS No.	92015-65-1
Molecular Formula	C10H14O2
Molecular Weight	166.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3,6-Dimethyl-3a,4,5,7a-tetrahydro-1-benzofuran-2(3H)-one; 3,6-Dimethyl-3a,4,5,7a-tetrahydrobenzofuran-2(3H)-one; 3,6-Dimethyl-3a,4,5,7a-tetrahydro-2(3H)-benzofuranone; Dihydro Mint Lactone; Freskomenthe; Tetrahydro Dihydro Mint Lactone
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Quality Control

Our Dihydromintlactone is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for fragrance and flavor applications. Each lot is analyzed against rigorous internal specifications for identity, purity, and olfactory profile. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available 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). 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%
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.485 - 1.495
Specific Gravity (20/20°C)	1.040 - 1.060
Odor	Characteristic minty, herbaceous

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