Menthol

C₁₀H₂₀O

IUPAC: (1R,2S,5R)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanol

CAS: 2216-51-5

Overview

Menthol is a cyclic monoterpene alcohol that activates cold-sensitive TRPM8 receptors, producing a cooling sensation. It is extracted from mint oils.

Composition

Element Symbol Atoms Atomic Mass
Hydrogen H 20 1.0080
Carbon C 10 12.0110
Oxygen O 1 15.9990

Elemental Composition

H
Hydrogen ×20
12.9%
C
Carbon ×10
76.9%
O
Oxygen ×1
10.2%

Uses

  • • Topical analgesic
  • • Cough suppressant
  • • Food flavoring
  • • Cigarette additive

Fun Facts

  • ✦ Tricks the brain into feeling cold by activating the same receptor that senses actual cold temperatures

Structure

SMILES

CC1CCC(C(C1)O)C(C)C

Properties

Type
organic
State
solid
Molar Mass
156.27 g/mol
Density
0.8900 g/cm³
Melting Point
42.0 °C
Boiling Point
212.0 °C
Solubility
slightly soluble

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
156.1514
XLogP
3.0
TPSA
20.2 Ų
H-Bond Donors
1
H-Bond Acceptors
1
Rotatable Bonds
1
Heavy Atoms
11
Complexity
120.0

Related Compounds

1,2-Dichloroethane

C₂H₄Cl₂

1,3-Butadiene

C₄H₆

1,4-Dioxane

C₄H₈O₂

1-Butanol

C₄H₁₀O

2-Propanol

C₃H₈O

Acetaldehyde

CH₃CHO

Acetamide

C₂H₅NO

Acetic Anhydride

C₄H₆O₃

Acetone

(CH₃)₂CO

Acetonitrile

C₂H₃N

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Menthol?
Menthol (C₁₀H₂₀O) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name (1R,2S,5R)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanol.
What is the molecular weight of Menthol?
Menthol has a molar mass of 156.27 g/mol.
What state is Menthol at room temperature?
Menthol is a solid at room temperature.
Is Menthol organic or inorganic?
Menthol is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Menthol?
Menthol (C₁₀H₂₀O) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Oxygen (O).