Description
Menthyl Acetate (Formula: C12H22O2) is a colorless to pale yellow liquid known for its mentholic odor. With a high purity level of over 98%, it is widely used in the fragrance, flavor, and cosmetic industries. This compound has a specific gravity ranging from 0.917 to 0.926 at 25°C and a refractive index of 1.4350 to 1.4510 at 25°C, ensuring reliable performance in various applications. The optical rotation ranges from -30° to -70°, indicating its optical activity.
Benefits: Menthyl Acetate is highly valued for its cooling and refreshing minty scent, making it a popular choice in perfumes, lotions, and other personal care products. Its mentholic aroma provides a soothing effect, often used in aromatherapy and medicinal products. Menthyl Acetate is also beneficial in flavoring applications, adding a minty note to various food and beverage products.
For optimal preservation, store this product in a well-fitted container, away from light and heat, ensuring a shelf life of 24 months from the manufacturing date.
| Product Details | Menthyl Acetate |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Menthyl Acetate |
| Formula | C12H22O2 |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| CAS Number | 89-48-5 |
| Odour | Mentholic odour |
| Specific Gravity @25°C | 0.917 – 0.926 |
| Refractive Index @25°C | 1.4350 – 1.4510 |
| Optical Rotation | -30° – -70° |
| Purity | >98 % |
| Storage | In well fitted container in cool and dark place |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months { 2 years from date of Manufacturing } |
