Molekula
L-Menthol
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L-Menthol is a naturally occurring terpene alcohol known for its cooling sensation and widespread use in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food flavorings. It appears as white crystals or a waxy solid with a strong mint odor. CAS: 2216-51-5, Molecular Formula: C10H20O, Molecular Weight: 156.27 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Signal word: Warning.
Molekula supplies L-Menthol at ≥99% purity in 100 g and 1 kg packs, from £37.08 inc. VAT. It is in stock for same-day dispatch. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and safety data sheets are available in 8 languages. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
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Pricing & pack sizes
In stock — same-day dispatch
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
Need a different size? Add the nearest pack and change the size in your basket — we price it at the same rate per unit.
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100 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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1 kg — £182.40 per pack ex VAT · £218.88 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline |
| Specific rotation | -50° to -49° |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥99% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤10ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤3ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 94 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Crystals or granules |
| Odour | Peppermint odor |
| Melting Point | 43 °C |
| Boiling Point | 212 °C |
| Water Solubility | 456 mg/L at 25 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Very soluble in acetone, benzene |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.06 mmHg |
| Refractive Index | 1.458 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 3.3 |
Source: PubChem CID 16666 (HSDB, DrugBank, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 36659000 |
| CAS Number | 2216-51-5 |
| IUPAC Name | (1R,2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexan-1-ol |
| EC Number | 218-690-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H20O |
| Molecular Weight | 156.27 |
| Exact Mass | 156.1514 |
| SMILES | C[C@@H]1CC[C@H]([C@@H](C1)O)C(C)C |
| InChIKey | NOOLISFMXDJSKH-KXUCPTDWSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C10H20O/c1-7(2)9-5-4-8(3)6-10(9)11/h7-11H,4-6H2,1-3H3/t8-,9+,10-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 16666 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2906.11.0000 |
| Tariff Code | 2906110000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H402 Harmful to aquatic life
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse continuously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing
- P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Dutch.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- (-)-(1R,3R,4S)-Menthol
- (-)-menthol
- (-)-Menthyl alcohol
- (-)-trans-p-Menthan-cis-ol
- (1R)-(-)-Menthol
- D-(-)-Menthol
- Levomenthol
- Levomentholum
- levomentol
- U.S.P. Menthol
Frequently asked questions
What is L-Menthol used for?
L-Menthol is commonly used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food products for its cooling sensation and flavoring properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of L-Menthol?
The chemical formula is C10H20O and the molecular weight is 156.27 g/mol.
How should L-Menthol be stored?
L-Menthol should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grade of L-Menthol does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies L-Menthol as a white crystalline material with an assay of ≥99%, a specific rotation of -50° to -49°, residue on ignition ≤0.1%, lead ≤10 ppm and arsenic ≤3 ppm, suitable for research and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply L-Menthol in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply L-Menthol in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of L-Menthol?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
Where can I buy L-Menthol?
Directly from Molekula, which lists L-Menthol in 100 g and 1 kg packs from £37.08 inc. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.
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