CAS 18309-28-9

(1S,4S)-Isomenthone

Description:

(1S,4S)-Isomenthone is a chiral monoterpene ketone, characterized by its distinct structural configuration and pleasant minty aroma. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid at room temperature and is known for its characteristic mint-like scent, making it valuable in the fragrance and flavor industries. The compound has a molecular formula that reflects its composition of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms, contributing to its chemical properties. Isomenthone is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water, which is typical for many terpenes. Its boiling point and density are consistent with those of similar organic compounds, and it exhibits optical activity due to its chiral centers. In terms of reactivity, (1S,4S)-Isomenthone can participate in various chemical reactions, including oxidation and reduction, which can be utilized in synthetic organic chemistry. Additionally, it may have applications in perfumery, cosmetics, and food flavoring, owing to its appealing sensory characteristics. Safety data should be consulted for handling and usage guidelines, as with any chemical substance.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₈O

InChI: InChI=1S/C10H18O/c1-7(2)9-5-4-8(3)6-10(9)11/h7-9H,4-6H2,1-3H3/t8-,9-/m0/s1

InChI key: InChIKey=NFLGAXVYCFJBMK-IUCAKERBSA-N

SMILES: [C@H](C)(C)[C@H]1C(=O)C[C@@H](C)CC1

Synonyms:

• Cyclohexanone, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-, (2S,5S)-
• p-Menthan-3-one, (1S,4S)-(-)-
• (-)-Isomenthone
• (2S-cis)-2-(Isopropyl)-5-methylcyclohexan-1-one
• (2S,5S)-5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexanone
• Cyclohexanone, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-, (2S-cis)-

(-)-Isomenthone

CAS: 18309-28-9

(-)-Isomenthone, a volatile active compound found in Mentha haplocalyx, exhibits a relative content of 2.53% in Qinghai peppermint [1].

Formula: C₁₀H₁₈O

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 154.25

Ref: TM-T83607