(-)-menthoxyacetic acid

(-)-薄荷氧基乙酸

Also known as: (-)-menthyloxyacetic acid, L-menthoxyacetic acid, 2-(((1R,2S,5R)-2-isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexyl)oxy)acetic acid, 2-[(2-isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexyl)oxy]acetic acid, acetic acid, [[5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexyl]oxy]-, [1R-(1alpha,2beta,5alpha)]-, L-p-menth-3-yloxyacetic acid

(-)-menthoxyacetic acid (CAS 40248-63-3) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C12H22O3 and a molecular weight of 214.30 g/mol. It is also known as (-)-menthyloxyacetic acid, L-menthoxyacetic acid and 2-(((1R,2S,5R)-2-isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexyl)oxy)acetic acid. Key properties include a melting point of 52-55 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 163-164 °C10 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.01 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.) and a flash point of >230 °F. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.

40248-63-3

Jingsj CID

J-23594-3

Molecular Formula

C₁₂H₂₂O₃

Chinese Name

(-)-薄荷氧基乙酸

Molecular Weight

214.30 g/mol

Category

Organic Acids

Last updated

8/21/2026