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Catalog Number:
34988
CAS Number:
38462-22-5
8-Mercaptomenthone
Grade:
meets FG specifications, KOSHER, FEMA 3177
Purity:
97 - 100% (GC)
Synonym(s):
p-Mentha-8-thiol-3-one, 2-(1-Mercapto-1-methylethyl)-5-methylcyclohexanone
Hazmat
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Product Information
Synonyms
p-Mentha-8-thiol-3-one, 2-(1-Mercapto-1-methylethyl)-5-methylcyclohexanone
CAS Number
38462-22-5
Purity
97 - 100% (GC)
Grade
meets FG specifications, KOSHER, FEMA 3177
Molecular Formula
C10H18OS
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00012393
PubChem ID
61982
Density
1.002
Appearance
Pale yellow liquid
Boiling Point
119 - 120 °C
Refractive Index
n20/D 1.492 - 1.499
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
p-Mentha-8-thiol-3-one, 2-(1-Mercapto-1-methylethyl)-5-methylcyclohexanone
CAS Number
38462-22-5
Purity
97 - 100% (GC)
Grade
meets FG specifications, KOSHER, FEMA 3177
Molecular Formula
C10H18OS
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00012393
PubChem ID
61982
Density
1.002
Appearance
Pale yellow liquid
Boiling Point
119 - 120 °C
Refractive Index
n20/D 1.492 - 1.499
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

8-Mercaptomenthone is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Flavor and Fragrance Industry: This compound is used as a flavoring agent in food products and as a fragrance component in cosmetics, providing a unique scent profile that enhances product appeal.
  • Pharmaceutical Development: It serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceutical compounds, aiding in the development of new medications with improved efficacy.
  • Agricultural Chemicals: The compound is explored for its potential in developing agrochemicals, contributing to pest control formulations that are more effective and environmentally friendly.
  • Research in Organic Chemistry: It is a valuable reagent in organic synthesis, allowing chemists to create complex molecules with specific functional groups, facilitating advancements in chemical research.
  • Biochemical Applications: The compound is investigated for its role in biochemical assays, helping researchers understand enzyme activities and metabolic pathways in various organisms.

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