(+)-Menthol
Also known as: (+)-Menthol, D-Menthol, (1S,2R,5S)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanol, (1S,2R,5S)-(+)-Menthol, Menthol, (+)-p-Menthan-3-ol, (1S,3S,4R)-p-Menthane-3-ol, Cyclohexanol, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-, (1S,2R,5S)-, Cyclohexanol, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-, (1α,2β,5α)-
(+)-Menthol (CAS 15356-60-2) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H20O and a molecular weight of 156.265 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 43-44ºC, a boiling point of 215.4±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 93.3±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H318 — Causes serious eye damage and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 15356-60-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-31820-7
- Molecular Formula
- C10H20O
- Molecular Weight
- 156.265 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
No offers for this compound yet.
Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 43-44ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 215.4±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 93.3±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 156.151413 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 3.20 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.457 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Galeotti N, et al. Local anaesthetic activity of (+)- and (-)-menthol. Planta Med. 2001 Mar;67(2):174-6. [2]. Galeotti N, et al. Menthol: a natural analgesic compound. Neurosci Lett. 2002 Apr 12;322(3):145-8. [3]. Hu X, et al. Effects of d-menthol stress on the growth of and microcystin release by the freshwater cyanobacterium Microcystis aeruginosa FACHB-905. Chemosphere. 2014 Oct;113:30-5. |
|---|
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2906199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2906199090. cyclanic, cyclenic or cyclotherpenic alcohols. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:5.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of (+)-Menthol?
The CAS number of (+)-Menthol is 15356-60-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (+)-Menthol?
(+)-Menthol has molecular formula C10H20O and molecular weight 156.265 g/mol.
Is (+)-Menthol hazardous?
(+)-Menthol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (+)-Menthol?
For (+)-Menthol, Upstream Products: Isopulegol, DL-Menthol, Propionic anhydride; Downstream Products: Methyl 3-methoxypropanoate, (1S,2R,5S)-(+)-Menthyl (R)-p-Toluenesulfinate, p-Tolyl p-toluenethiosulfonate.
Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.
Last updated:
How to cite: Jingsj. "(+)-Menthol (CAS 15356-60-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-31820-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).
Data for reference only; verify product details with suppliers before purchase.