(+)-Menthol

Name: (+)-Menthol
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-030463

About (+)-Menthol

Listed under CAS 15356-60-2, (+)-Menthol is an impurity of Emtricitabine available from Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C10H20O, corresponding to a molecular weight of 156.26 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (1S,2R,5S)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexan-1-ol. Alternative names: d-Menthol and (1S,2R,5S)-(+)-Menthol.

The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

This Emtricitabine impurity supports analytical method development and validation (AMV), batch release testing and the impurity sections of ANDA and DMF filings. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer (+)-Menthol in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

Related to Emtricitabine

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	(+)-Menthol
Catalogue No.	VQ-030463
CAS Number	15356-60-2
IUPAC name	(1S,2R,5S)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-ylcyclohexan-1-ol
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₂₀O
Molecular weight	156.26 g/mol
Exact mass	156.1514
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	NOOLISFMXDJSKH-AEJSXWLSSA-N
SMILES	C[C@H]1CC[C@@H]([C@H](C1)O)C(C)C
PubChem CID	165675

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
Synonyms	d-Menthol, (1S,2R,5S)-(+)-Menthol, (1S,2R,5S)-Menthol, (1S,2R,5S)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanol, Cyclohexanol, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-, (1S,2R,5S)-, Menthol, (1S,3S,4R)-(+)-, (+)-(1S,2R,5S)-menthol, (+)-(1S,3S,4R)-menthol, Cyclohexanol, 5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-, (1S-(1alpha,2beta,5alpha))-, Cryomax Cooling

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation

Precautionary statements: P264, P280, P302 + P352, P321, P332 + 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of (+)-Menthol?

The CAS Registry Number of (+)-Menthol is 15356-60-2. It is also known as d-Menthol, (1S,2R,5S)-(+)-Menthol, (1S,2R,5S)-Menthol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of (+)-Menthol?

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

What is (+)-Menthol used for?

(+)-Menthol is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Emtricitabine. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of (+)-Menthol can I order?

We supply (+)-Menthol in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with (+)-Menthol?

Yes. Every lot of (+)-Menthol 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 (+)-Menthol be shipped internationally?

Yes. (+)-Menthol 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.