Menthol
Also known as: Menthol
Monoterpenoid Alcohol
C10H20O
Abundance: Trace
A cooling, minty compound synthesized from peppermint and other mint oils. Menthol is a powerful analgesic and counterirritant, widely utilized in topical applications for its ability to trigger cold-sensitive receptors in the skin.
Pharmacology & Effects
- Analgesic
- Cooling Agent
- Antispasmodic
Aroma Profile
Cool Mint
Peppermint
Fresh
Sharp
Chemistry Specs
- Molar Mass
- 156.27 g/mol
- CAS Number
- 1490-04-6
Vaporization Data
Boiling Point
212 °C
413 °F