Description
IUPAC Name: 5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexan-1-ol
InChI: InChI=1S/C10H20O/c1-7(2)9-5-4-8(3)6-10(9)11/h7-11H,4-6H2,1-3H3
InChIKey: NOOLISFMXDJSKH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Canonical SMILES: CC1CCC(C(C1)O)C(C)C
Isomeric SMILES: CC1CCC(C(C1)O)C(C)C
Synonyms: MENTHOL; dl-Menthol; 1490-04-6; 2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanol; 15356-70-4; 89-78-1; Cyclohexanol, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-; Menthyl alcohol; …
Botanical Source:
BIORLAB offers pharmaceutical-grade menthol, a naturally occurring cyclic monoterpene alcohol derived from peppermint oil (Mentha piperita) and other mint oils. Our high-purity menthol is extensively tested and characterized to meet stringent quality standards for pharmaceutical and healthcare applications.
Technical Specifications
– Chemical Formula: C₁₀H₂₀O
– Molecular Weight: 156.26 g/mol
– Appearance: Colorless, crystalline solid
– Purity: ≥99.0%
– Melting Point: 41-44°C
– Boiling Point: 212°C
– Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, freely soluble in ethanol and ether
Key Applications in Pharmaceutical Research
Therapeutic Applications
– Topical analgesic and anti-inflammatory formulations
– Respiratory medications for nasal congestion and cough relief
– Gastrointestinal preparations for digestive comfort
– Oral care products for fresh breath and cooling sensation
Research & Development Benefits
– Excellent cooling agent for topical formulations
– Natural counterirritant properties
– Enhanced penetration enhancer for transdermal drug delivery
– Proven antimicrobial and antifungal activities
Quality Assurance
Each batch of BIORLAB’s menthol undergoes:
– HPLC analysis for purity verification
– Stereochemical confirmation
– Residual solvent testing
– Microbial limit testing
– Heavy metals analysis
Storage & Handling
Store in tightly sealed containers at 2-8°C
Protect from light and moisture
Shelf life: 24 months when properly stored
Research Applications
– Drug delivery system development
– Topical pharmaceutical formulations
– Flavor and fragrance research
– Natural preservative studies
– Bioavailability enhancement research
Why Choose BIORLAB’s Menthol?
– Pharmaceutical-grade purity
– Full analytical documentation
– Batch-to-batch consistency
– Technical support available
– Competitive pricing for research quantities
For detailed technical documentation, certificates of analysis, or bulk pricing, please contact our technical support team.