L-Menthol, IP/BP/USP, LR

Name: L-Menthol, IP/BP/USP, LR
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-047194

About L-Menthol, IP/BP/USP, LR

L-Menthol is an alcohol building block in IP/BP/USP / LR grade carrying the CAS registry number 2216-51-5. With the molecular formula C10H20O, it has a molar mass of 156.26 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (1R,2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexan-1-ol. Alternative names: (-)-menthol and Levomenthol.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include organic synthesis and API synthesis. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies L-Menthol in 100 g, 500 g and 5 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation. Larger quantities and custom packaging are available. Request a quote for pricing and lead time.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	L-Menthol, IP/BP/USP, LR
Catalogue No.	VQ-047194
CAS Number	2216-51-5
IUPAC name	(1R,2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexan-1-ol
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₂₀O
Molecular weight	156.26 g/mol
Exact mass	156.1514
Grade	IP/BP/USP / LR
HSN code	29061100
InChIKey	NOOLISFMXDJSKH-KXUCPTDWSA-N
SMILES	C[C@@H]1CC[C@H]([C@@H](C1)O)C(C)C
PubChem CID	16666

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
Synonyms	(-)-menthol, Levomenthol, (-)-Menthyl alcohol, U.S.P. Menthol, (1R)-(-)-Menthol, (-)-(1R,3R,4S)-Menthol, D-(-)-Menthol, (-)-trans-p-Menthan-cis-ol, levomentol, (1R,2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-(propan-2-yl)cyclohexan-1-ol, Menthol, (1R,3R,4S)-(-)-

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264, P264 + P265, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364

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

Other grades of CAS 2216-51-5

Reference Standard

L-Menthol

CAS: 2216-51-5
Formula: C₁₀H₂₀O
MW: 156.26 g/mol

In stock

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CAS: 2216-51-5
Formula: C₁₀H₂₀O
MW: 156.26 g/mol

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BP

L-Menthol, BP

CAS: 2216-51-5
Formula: C₁₀H₂₀O
MW: 156.26 g/mol

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CAS: 2216-51-5
Formula: C₁₀H₂₀O
MW: 156.26 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of L-Menthol, IP/BP/USP, LR?

The CAS Registry Number of L-Menthol, IP/BP/USP, LR is 2216-51-5. It is also known as (-)-menthol, Levomenthol, (-)-Menthyl alcohol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-Menthol, IP/BP/USP, LR?

L-Menthol, IP/BP/USP, LR has the molecular formula C10H20O and a molecular weight of 156.26 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (1R,2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexan-1-ol.

Which grade and pack sizes of L-Menthol, IP/BP/USP, LR can I order?

We supply L-Menthol, IP/BP/USP, LR in IP/BP/USP / LR grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with L-Menthol, IP/BP/USP, LR?

Yes. Every lot of L-Menthol, IP/BP/USP, LR 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 L-Menthol, IP/BP/USP, LR be shipped internationally?

Yes. L-Menthol, IP/BP/USP, LR 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.