L-menthol is a versatile compound mainly known for its cooling sensation and minty flavor. It’s widely used in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food and beverages, and even the tobacco industry. In pharmaceuticals, it functions as a analgesic, decongestant, and local anesthetic. It’s also a key ingredient in oral care products like toothpaste and mouthwash, and in topical pain relief products like balms and ointments. It is grouped under the following drug class(es): Terpenes. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a natural source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Racementhol, Hexahydrothymol and Thymomenthol. Its PubChem CID is 16666.
L-Menthol
| CAS No | 2216-51-5 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C10H20O |
| Molecular Weight | 156.26 g/mol |
| Synonyms | (1R,2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexan-1-ol |
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L-menthol is a versatile compound mainly known for its cooling sensation and minty flavor. It's widely used in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food and beverages, and even the tobacco industry.
The listed CAS number is 2216-51-5.
The listed molecular formula is C10H20O.
The listed molecular weight is 156.26 g/mol.
(1R,2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexan-1-ol.
The source lists Racementhol, Hexahydrothymol and Thymomenthol.