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(1R,2S,5R)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanol
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(1R,2S,5R)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanol

Catalog BBC89781
CAS 89-78-1
Structure
Synonyms (1R,2S,5R)-(-)-Menthol
Molecular Weight 156.27
Molecular Formula C10H20O
Flash Point 92 °C
Purity ≥99.9%
Appearance White tablet or flakes
Application Used in perfumery to give power, lift, and freshness. Widely used in flavors, cosmetics, pharmaceutical dentifrices and tobacco flavors.
Bloom Diffusivity Diffusive
C LogP 3.38
FEMA/GRAS No. 2665
Occurrence In Nature Found in oil of peppermint, Japanese mint and in minor quantities in oil of geranium
Optical Rotation -51.0° to -48.0°
Typical Use Level <3%
Vapor Pressure 1.02 Pa at 25 °C

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