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p-Mentha-8-thiol-3-one

SKU 90036585 CAS 38462-22-5 Available on enquiry

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p-Mentha-8-thiol-3-one is a sulfur-containing flavoring agent used primarily in the food and fragrance industries to provide distinct aromatic profiles. This compound is identified by CAS number 38462-22-5 and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies p-Mentha-8-thiol-3-one from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
90036585
CAS Number
38462-22-5
IUPAC Name
5-methyl-2-(2-sulfanylpropan-2-yl)cyclohexan-1-one
EC Number
253-953-1
Exact Mass
186.1078
SMILES
CC1CCC(C(=O)C1)C(C)(C)S
InChIKey
RVOKNSFEAOYULQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C10H18OS/c1-7-4-5-8(9(11)6-7)10(2,3)12/h7-8,12H,4-6H2,1-3H3
PubChem CID
61982

Synonyms

  • 2-(1-Mercapto-1-methylethyl)-5-methylcyclohexan-1-one
  • 2-(1-Mercapto-1-methylethyl)-5-methylcyclohexanone
  • 5-methyl-2-(2-sulfanylpropan-2-yl)cyclohexan-1-one
  • 8-Mercapto-p-menthan-3-one
  • 8-Mercapto-p-menthane-3-one
  • buchu mercaptan
  • Cyclohexanone, 2-(1-mercapto-1-methylethyl)-5-methyl-
  • FEMA No. 3177
  • MANGONE
  • p-Mentha-8-thiol-3-one (natural)

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Boiling Point
56 to 62 °C at 0.1 mmHg
Solubility (other solvents)
Insoluble in water soluble in alcohol

Source: PubChem CID 61982 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB), Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA))

Frequently asked questions

What is p-Mentha-8-thiol-3-one used for?

p-Mentha-8-thiol-3-one is primarily used as a flavoring agent and fragrance ingredient in the food and cosmetic industries.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of p-Mentha-8-thiol-3-one?

The chemical formula is C10H18OS and the molecular weight is 186.31 g/mol.

How should p-Mentha-8-thiol-3-one be stored?

It should be stored in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container, away from direct light and heat sources.

What grade of p-Mentha-8-thiol-3-one is available?

Please contact our sales team to confirm the current purity and grade specifications available for this product.

Can Molekula supply p-Mentha-8-thiol-3-one in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply this product in bulk quantities tailored to your specific manufacturing requirements.

What documentation comes with the order?

Each order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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