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Menthanyl acetate
Citrus > Zesty > Bergamot > Agrestic > Lavender
2-(4-methylcyclohexyl)propan-2-yl acetate ; Dihydroterpenyl acetate ; Acetic acid dihydroterpenyl ester; Acetic acid para-menthan-8-yl ester ; Dihydroterpineol acetate
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General Presentation
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CAS N° :
58985-18-5 -
EINECS number :
261-543-9 -
FEMA number :
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FLAVIS number :
9,617
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JECFA number :
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Volatility :
Head/Heart -
Price Range :
€
Physico-chemical properties
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Appearance :
Colorless to amber liquid -
Density :
0,936 -
Refractive Index @20°C :
1,447 - 1,453 -
Optical rotation :
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Vapor pressure :
0,0920 mmHg @23°C -
Flash Point :
96°C (204,8°F)
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Molecular formula :
C12H22O2 -
Molecular Weight :
198,31 g/mol -
Log P :
4,26 -
Fusion Point :
< -20°C (< -4°F) -
Boiling Point :
220°C (428°F) -
Detection Threshold :
Donnée indisponible.
Chemistry & Uses
Uses in perfumery :
Menthanyl acetate is used in citrus accords in alliance with bergamot and lemon and in fougere accords in alliance with lavender. Brings a fresh note to woody accords. Used in air fresheners and detergents for its stability.
Year of discovery :
Data not available.
Natural availability :
Menthanyl acetate is naturally present in Peppermint EO, in very small quantities, not allowing to obtain it in its natural state.
Isomerism :
Menthanyl acetate synthesis induces the occurence of a mixture of two positional isomers : one has its ester group attached to the cycle, and the other has it on an alpha position. Menthanyl acetate is a constitutional isomer of Citronellyl acetate, Verdox® and Vertenex®. However, Citronellyl acetate is reminiscent of pear and rose, and Verdox® and Vertenex® smell more like apple, pear, and are much woodier.
Synthesis precursor :
Menthanyl acetate is not a precursor to the synthesis of another compound of olfactory interest.
Synthesis route :
Menthanyl acetate is prepared by a hydrogenation reaction of isomeric Terpinyl acetate, in the presence of a Raney nickel catalysis for example. It can also be synthesized by an esterification reaction of a mixture of isomeric para-menthanols, using a strong acid catalyst as sulfuric acid. This synthesis is giving birth to two positional isomers.
Stability :
acetates may form acetic acid through time
Other comments :
In terms of smell, Menthanyl acetate is to be compared with Linalyl acetate and Terpinyl acetate, from which it derivates. It brings an additional lavender facet.
Labelling
Allergens :
This ingredient does not contain any allergen.
Signal word :
Warning
Hazard pictograms :
Precautionary statements :
| HAZARD | PRECAUTION |
|---|---|
| H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. |
P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/… P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P501 Dispose of contents/container to… |
IFRA
IFRA 51th :
This ingredient is not restricted for the 51th amendment
