Menthyl Acetate

Specifications : Ask a question about this product

CAS Number 16409-45-3
Botanical Source --------
Synonym L-Menthol Acetate; Mentholaceticester; Menthyl Acetate, L-;
Empirical Formula C12H22O2
Molecular weight 198.30

 

PROTOCOL STANDARDS
Description Colourless to clear liquid
Odour Ether, sweet, fruity.
Optical Rotation -50.00 TO -80.00
Specific Gravity 0.900gm/ml TO 0.940gm/ml
Refractive Index 1.4350 TO 1.4550
ASSAY BY GLC
Menthyl Acetate Content Min. 98.00%
Use In as a volatile low toxicity solvent in glues, paints, and nail polish removers.
Storage condition Store in well closed containers, in cool and dry storage area.