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| CAS No. | 89-79-2 |
| Synonym | 5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethenyl)cyclohexanol (1R,2S,5R)-2-Isopropenyl-5-methylcyclohexanol (1R,3R,4S)-p-Menth-8-en-3-ol |
| EC No. | 201-940-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H18O |
| Molecular Weight(g/mol) | 154.25 |
| Relative Density(g/cm3) | 0.912 |
| Appearance | Colorless to reddish yellow clear liquid |
| Odor | Fresh, of peppermint oil, fruity, herbal |
| GC-Content | 95%min |
| pH value | 5.0 -Weakly alkaline |
| Flashing Point(℃) | 78 |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water, mixed with Lipids and alcohols. |
APPLICATIONS
Cosmetics industry
Isohumenthol can be used as an additives of natural spices and moisturisers in cosmetics. It has a cool, comfortable and refereshing effect, making people feel comfortable and relaxed. It can also be used as an odour inbibitor (which is relatively safe and generally has no effect on pregnant women). It is often used to make lipstick, perfume, toothpaste, lip balm, facial cleanser, baby body powder, shower gel, oral spray, soap and other various cosmetics.
Food industry
Isofenthol is a commonly used natural spice, which is widely used in candy, beverages, peppermint candy. chewing gum, oral spray and various other foods and beverages. Because of its unique natural aroma and taste, it can play a role in flavouring and antiseptic. GB2760 is a food spice that is allowed to be used, and it is made of mint and berry essences. The concentration in the final flavoured food is about 7.4~29 mg/kg.
Pharmaceutical industry
Isohumenthol has a certain medicinal value and can be used to relieve symptoms such as indigestion and respiratory tract infections. It can be made into isofenthol hard capsules with citric acid, butyric acid, acetic acid and other organic acids, which are used for the treatment of gastrointestinal adverse symptoms, and also has the ability to reduces swelling and anti-inflammatory. It can also be used for chand splitting in pharmacuetical raw materials.