Racemic menthol
Also known as: DL-Menthol, (±)-Menthol, Menthol, racemic, p-Menthan-3-ol, hexahydrothymol, 2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanol, 3-para-Menthanol, Menthol (VAN)
Racemic menthol (CAS 89-78-1) is a compound in the Organic Compounds 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 34-36 °C(lit.), 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.
- 89-78-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-36049-6
- Molecular Formula
- C10H20O
- Molecular Weight
- 156.265 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 34-36 °C(lit.) |
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| 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 |
| Additional Property | insoluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Menthol Induces Surgical Anesthesia and Rapid Movement in Fishes. The Open Neuroscience. 2014 Feb; 8(1):1-8. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2906110000 |
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| Summary | 2906110000 2-isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanol。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:13.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Racemic menthol?
The CAS number of Racemic menthol is 89-78-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Racemic menthol?
Racemic menthol has molecular formula C10H20O and molecular weight 156.265 g/mol.
Is Racemic menthol hazardous?
Racemic 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 Racemic menthol?
For Racemic menthol, Upstream Products: Citral, Citronellal; Downstream Products: 2-Oxazolidinone, Dihydro-α-terpineol, Menthone.
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