Name | Menthone |
Synonyms | Menthone P-MENTHA-3-ONE P-MENTHAN-3-ONE CYCLOHEXANONE,5-METHYL-2-(1-M 2-ISOPROPYL-5-METHYLCYCLOHEXANONE 4-ISOPROPYL-1-METHYLCYCLOHEXAN-3-ONE 5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexanone 5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexan-1-one 2-(1-Methylethyl)-5-methyl-1-cyclohexanone (2R,5R)-5-methyl-2-(propan-2-yl)cyclohexanone (2S,5S)-5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexanone menthone,p-menthan-3-one,5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexanone |
CAS | 10458-14-7 |
EINECS | 233-944-9 |
InChI | InChI=1/C10H18O/c1-7(2)9-5-4-8(3)6-10(9)11/h7-9H,4-6H2,1-3H3/t8-,9-/m0/s1 |
Molecular Formula | C10H18O |
Molar Mass | 154.25 |
Density | 0.896 g/mL at 20 °C (lit.) |
Melting Point | -6 °C |
Boling Point | 85-88 °C/12 mmHg (lit.) |
Flash Point | 69 °C |
JECFA Number | 429 |
Water Solubility | Slightly soluble in water |
Vapor Presure | 0.256mmHg at 25°C |
Appearance | Liquid |
Color | Clear colorless |
BRN | 774527 |
Storage Condition | Sealed in dry,Room Temperature |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.450 |
Physical and Chemical Properties | Colorless oily liquid. Relative density 0.890-900, refractive index 1.4480-1.4520, specific optical rotation -15 °-+15 °, boiling point 204-207 ° C, flash point 77 ° C, soluble in 3 volumes of 70% ethanol, soluble in oil perfume. There is a cool mint-like aroma, woody background. Aroma, not very long-lasting, taste is cool, but also unpleasant bitter taste. |
Hazard Symbols | Xn - Harmful |
Risk Codes | R22 - Harmful if swallowed R36 - Irritating to the eyes R43 - May cause sensitization by skin contact R52/53 - Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
Safety Description | S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions / safety data sheets. S36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. |
UN IDs | NA 1993 / PGIII |
WGK Germany | 3 |
RTECS | OS9541500 |
HS Code | 29142990 |
FEMA | 2667 | MENTHONE |
NIST chemical information | Information provided by: webbook.nist.gov (external link) |
EPA chemical information | Information provided by: ofmpub.epa.gov (external link) |
introduction | menthone is a monoterpene compound. it exists in the volatile oil of mint, nepeta, scutellaria baicalensis and agastache. it is a colorless oily liquid with mint-like aroma, slightly soluble in water, soluble in ethanol and most organic solvents. |
biological activity | Menthone is one of the main volatile components of mint essential oil (Mentha piperita L.). Menthone can be used as an antioxidant, with a good compensatory effect, which can significantly reduce DNA damages in sperm cells. |
use | is a spice for preparing geranium oil. it is used in trace amounts in citronellol or in flower fragrance essence such as roses. it has the function of promoting flower fragrance and is used in appropriate amounts in lavender, fragrant Wei, spicy fragrance and other spices. It is the raw material for edible cool flavors. It is used for fruit flavors such as Rubus. It can improve the flavor, increase the freshness and reduce the sweet taste. It is also a good spice for toothpaste. menthone (trans isomer) and iso-menthone (cis isomer) both have mint aroma and can be used to prepare mint series essence. |
production method | menthone is contained in peppermint and peppermint oil, as well as essential oils such as geranium oil and beech oil. The fraction at 204-212 ℃ can be cut by vacuum distillation, converted into oxime or semicarbazide, recrystallized, and pure menthone or iso-menthone can be separated. Menthone can be obtained by reducing menthone or piperone. |