CAS 89-78-1: (±)-Menthol
Description:(±)-Menthol, with the CAS number 89-78-1, is a cyclic monoterpene alcohol that is widely recognized for its characteristic minty aroma and flavor. It exists as a colorless or pale yellow liquid at room temperature and is known for its cooling sensation, which is often utilized in various consumer products such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and topical analgesics. The compound has a melting point around room temperature and a boiling point that varies depending on the specific isomer. (±)-Menthol is optically active, with several stereoisomers, including the more common (R)-(-)-menthol and (S)-(+)-menthol. It is soluble in alcohol and ether but has limited solubility in water. In addition to its sensory properties, (±)-menthol exhibits mild analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects, making it a popular ingredient in medicinal formulations. Its versatility extends to applications in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals, highlighting its importance in both industrial and consumer markets.
Formula:C10H20O
InChI:InChI=1/C10H20O/c1-7(2)9-5-4-8(3)6-10(9)11/h7-11H,4-6H2,1-3H3/t8-,9+,10-/s2
InChI key:InChIKey=NOOLISFMXDJSKH-WYVCTLLJNA-N
SMILES:OC1CC(C)CCC1C(C)C
- Synonyms:
- (.+-.)-Menthol
- (1R,2S,5R)-rel-5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexanol
- (1α,2β,5α)-5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexanol
- 3-P-Menthanol
- 5-Methyl-2-(1-Methylethyl)-Cyclohexanol
- <span class="text-smallcaps">DL</span>-Menthol
- CYCLOHEXANOL, 5-METHYL-2-(1-METHYLETHYL)-, (1α,2.β,5α)-(+-)-
- Cyclohexanol, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-, (1α,2β,5α)-
- DL-Menthol
- Fisherman's Friend Lozenges
- See more synonyms
- Hexahydrothymol
- Meggezone
- Menthacamphor
- Menthol Crystal
- Menthol Crystals, Usp
- Menthol Jp Cos Sp
- Menthol Rac.
- Menthol Synthetic
- Menthol, Dl-
- Menthol, cis-1,3,trans-1,4-
- Menthomenthol
- Mentol
- Nsc 2603
- Peppermint camphor
- Racementhol
- Racemic menthol
- Therapeutic Mineral Ice
- Thymomenthol
- rac-Menthol
- rel-(1R,2S,5R)-5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexanol
- Cyclohexanol, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-, (1R,2S,5R)-rel-
Brand | Product data | Purity | Price range | Estimated delivery |
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![]() | DL-Menthol REF: 3D-FR15930CAS: 89-78-1 | Min. 95% | To inquire | Mon 07 Jul 25 |

DL-Menthol
Ref: 3D-FR15930
1kg | 331.00 € | ||
2kg | 478.00 € | ||
5kg | 943.00 € |