MENTHYL ACETATE

Independent reference data for MENTHYL ACETATE (CAS 89-48-5), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Found in peppermint oil; Used in perfumes and flavors; [Hawley] Peppermint oil contains menthol, menthone, and more than 30 other chemicals. It is widely used as a flavoring agent and herbal remedy. [Haddad, p. 1439]In perfumery; emphasizes floral notes, especially that of rose, used in toilet waters having a lavender odor. Has been suggested for flavoring extracts having caraway or mint flavors.

Synonyms and trade names

Menthyl acetate; 16409-45-3; Menthol, acetate; Menthyl acetate racemic; Cyclohexanol, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-, acetate; Acetic acid, p-menth-3-yl ester, dl-; DTXSID20859153; RefChem:1088940; DTXCID30210413; Cyclohexanol, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-, acetate, (1alpha,2beta,5alpha)-; 201-911-8; 240-459-6; 249-409-8; LF3LEI45OH; 89-48-5; 2623-23-6

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	EU Flavoring substances FDA Substance added to food: FLAVORING AGENT OR ADJUVANT Flavoring Agents FLAVOURING_AGENT: Flavouring Agent Mint, Cool No safety concern at current levels of intake when used as a flavouring agent
GHS notification summary	0.1% (1 / 1657)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	0.1% (1 / 1657)
Reported hazard statements	H411

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for < 0.1% (1 of 1657) of reports.

H411 (> 99.9%): Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]

What the public record says

MENTHYL ACETATE · CAS 89-48-5 · C12H22O2. UNII LF3LEI45OH. Boiling Point: 227 °C; Boiling Point: 227-228 °C; Density: dl-, (-)- 0.919-0.924.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.