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Menthol

Also known as: l-Menthol, dl-Menthol, Peppermint camphor

Strong, cooling, minty, fresh, penetrating

IFRA Restriction

This is the maximum allowed percentage of this material in the total finished product, not in the fragrance concentrate.

For example, if a fine fragrance (Category 4A) contains 20% fragrance oil, and IFRA allows 10% of this material, the material can be up to 50% of the fragrance concentrate (10% ÷ 20% = 50%).

EU Allergen

This ingredient is classified as an EU allergen under the Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.

Labeling thresholds:

  • 0.001% in leave-on products
  • 0.01% in rinse-off products
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CAS 89-78-1
Manufacturers Symrise, BASF, Various

About Menthol

An organic compound made synthetically or obtained from mint oils. Provides a strong cooling sensation.

Molecular Information
Molecular Formula C10H20O
Molecular Weight 156.26 g/mol
Boiling Point 421 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Flash Point 196 °F (NTP, 1992)
Density 0.904 at 59 °F (NTP, 1992) - Less dense than water; will float
Vapor Pressure 1 mmHg at 133 °F approximately (NTP, 1992)
InChIKey NOOLISFMXDJSKH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Sources: PubChem

Safety Information
Warning

GHS Classification

Serious eye damage/eye irritationSkin corrosion/irritation

Hazard Statements

  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation
Sources: PubChem (ECHA C&L)