(1R)-(-)-Menthyl acetate

Also known as: (-)-Menthyl acetate, L-Menthyl acetate, (-)-Menthol acetate, (-)-Acetoxy-p-menthane, Menthyl acetate, [(1R,2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexyl] acetate, (1R,2S,5R)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexyl acetate, FEMA 2668

(1R)-(-)-Menthyl acetate (CAS 2623-23-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H22O2 and a molecular weight of 198.302 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 229.1±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 92.2±0.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 2623-23-6
Jingsj CID: J-28612-4
Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₂₂O₂
Molecular Weight: 198.302 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	229.1±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	92.2±0.0 °C
Exact Mass	198.161987
PSA	26.30000
LogP	4.10
Vapor Pressure	0.1±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.448

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Tokuoka Y, et al. Enhancement in skin permeation of 5-aminolevulinic acid using l-menthol and its derivatives.Drug Dev Ind Pharm. 2008 Jun;34(6):595-601.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (1R)-(-)-Menthyl acetate?

The CAS number of (1R)-(-)-Menthyl acetate is 2623-23-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (1R)-(-)-Menthyl acetate?

(1R)-(-)-Menthyl acetate has molecular formula C12H22O2 and molecular weight 198.302 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (1R)-(-)-Menthyl acetate?

For (1R)-(-)-Menthyl acetate, Upstream Products: (-)-Menthol, acetic acid, vinyl acetate; Downstream Products: (-)-Menthol, acetic acid, (+)-Neomenthol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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