L-Menthone, 97%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

L-Menthone is used in perfumery and cosmetics for its characteristic aromatic and minty odor. And it is also used in synthesis of agrochemicals, and dyestuff.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
L-Menthone is used in perfumery and cosmetics for its characteristic aromatic and minty odor. And it is also used in synthesis of agrochemicals, and dyestuff.

Solubility
Soluble in ether, alcohol, benzene, acetone.

Notes
Keep container tightly closed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 14073-97-3
• Molecular Formula: C10H18O
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 154.25
• MDL Number: MFCD00001634,MFCD00136033
• InChI Key: NFLGAXVYCFJBMK-BDAKNGLRSA-N
• Synonym: --menthone, l-menthone, menthone, trans-menthone, p-menthone, neomenthone, menthone racemic, trans-p-menthan-3-one, 2s,5r-2-isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanone, l-menthan-3-one
• PubChem CID: 26447
• ChEBI: CHEBI:15410
• IUPAC Name: (2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexan-1-one
• SMILES: CC(C)[C@@H]1CC[C@@H](C)CC1=O

• Density: 0.893
• Boiling Point: 208°C to 210°C
• Flash Point: 72°C (162°F)
• Assay Percent Range: 97%
• Refractive Index: 1.45
• Quantity: 100 g
• Beilstein: 3648743
• Merck Index: 14,5838
• Solubility Information: Soluble in ether,alcohol,benzene,acetone.
• Optical Rotation: −25° (Neat)
• Formula Weight: 154.25
• Percent Purity: 97%
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Chemical Name or Material: L-Menthone

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• L-Menthone

Signal Word

• Warning

Hazard Category

• Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
• Skin sensitiser Category 1B

Hazard Statement

• H315-Causes skin irritation.
• H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Precautionary Statement

• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
• P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
• P333+P313-If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
• P362+P364-Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : L-Menthone

RUO – Research Use Only