(−)-Menthone, 90%

Name: (−)-Menthone, 90%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003148

About (−)-Menthone, 90%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies (−)-Menthone, a cell culture reagent registered under CAS number 14073-97-3 with a typical assay of 90%. The compound has the formula C10H18O, corresponding to a molecular weight of 154.25 g/mol. Systematically, it is named trans-(2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexan-1-one. It is also known as (1R,4S)-p-Menthan-3-one or (2S,5R)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanone.

In its supplied form it is a colourless to pale yellow liquid. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for cell culture, media supplementation, cell-based assays and optics and photonics. It is used across academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Available in 25 g, 100 g and 1 kg packs, (−)-Menthone is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Cell culture
Media supplementation
Cell-based assays
Optics & photonics

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	(−)-Menthone, 90%
Catalogue No.	VQ-003148
CAS Number	14073-97-3
IUPAC name	trans-(2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexan-1-one
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₁₈O
Molecular weight	154.25 g/mol
Exact mass	154.1358
Purity / assay	90%
HSN code	29332990
InChIKey	NFLGAXVYCFJBMK-BDAKNGLRSA-N
SMILES	C[C@@H]1CC[C@H](C(=O)C1)C(C)C
PubChem CID	26447

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to pale yellow liquid
LogP (XLogP3)	2.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.1 Å²
Synonyms	(1R,4S)-p-Menthan-3-one, (2S,5R)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanone, trans-Menthone, p-Menthone, trans-Menthan-3-one, Neomenthone, Menthone racemic, trans-p-Menthan-3-one, p-Menthan-3-one, trans-, Menthone G, (2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexan-1-one, Cyclohexanone, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-, trans-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P272, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403 + P235, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of (−)-Menthone, 90%?

The CAS Registry Number of (−)-Menthone, 90% is 14073-97-3. It is also known as (1R,4S)-p-Menthan-3-one, (2S,5R)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanone, trans-Menthone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of (−)-Menthone, 90%?

(−)-Menthone, 90% has the molecular formula C10H18O and a molecular weight of 154.25 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is trans-(2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexan-1-one.

Which grade and pack sizes of (−)-Menthone, 90% can I order?

We supply (−)-Menthone, 90% in (90%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with (−)-Menthone, 90%?

Yes. Every lot of (−)-Menthone, 90% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can (−)-Menthone, 90% be shipped internationally?

Yes. (−)-Menthone, 90% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.