(-)-menthyl lactate

乳酸薄荷酯

Also known as: Menthyl lactate, (1R,2S,5R)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexyl (2R)-2-hydroxypropanoate, 2-Hydroxypropanoic acid 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl ester, 2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexyl lactate, Lactic acid menthyl ester, UNII:XFS8QYW6WY

(-)-menthyl lactate (CAS 17162-29-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C13H24O3 and a molecular weight of 228.328 g/mol. It is also known as Menthyl lactate, (1R,2S,5R)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexyl (2R)-2-hydroxypropanoate and 2-Hydroxypropanoic acid 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl ester. Key properties include a melting point of 42-47°C, a boiling point of 304.0±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 116.0±13.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
17162-29-7
Jingsj CID
J-1496312-6
Molecular Formula
C13H24O3
Chinese Name
乳酸薄荷酯
Molecular Weight
228.328 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point42-47°C
Boiling Point304.0±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point116.0±13.2 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (-)-menthyl lactate?

The CAS number of (-)-menthyl lactate is 17162-29-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (-)-menthyl lactate?

(-)-menthyl lactate has molecular formula C13H24O3 and molecular weight 228.328 g/mol.

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