Menthadiene-7-Methyl Formate
Aroma Chemical Top Note CAS 68683-20-5
A sweet floral note with a fruity character and a soft minty herbal facet.
Odor profile
| Note | Top Note |
| Descriptor 1 | Citrus |
| Descriptor 2 | Herbal |
| Descriptor 3 | Minty |
| Impact Level | Medium |
| Tenacity2 | 8 h |
2 Source: The Good Scents Company
Identification
| CAS Number | 68683-20-5 |
| INCI Name | Isobergamate; menthadiene-7-methyl formate |
| Category | Aroma Chemical |
| Formula | C12H18O2 |
| Mol. Weight | 194.27 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-(4-propan-2-ylcyclohexa-1,4-dien-1-yl)ethyl formate |
| InChIKey | VQKSHQQZPYHYOS-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Synonyms
iso bergamate, cyclohexadiene-1-ethanol, 4-(1-methylethyl)-, cyclohexadieneethanol, 4-(1-methylethyl)-, formic acid 2-(4-isopropyl cyclohexa-1,4-dien-1-yl) ethyl formate, formic acid 2-(4-isopropylcyclohexa-1,4-dien-1-yl) ethyl formate, formic acid, (menthadien-7-methanyl) ester, menthadienyl formate, menthadienyl formiate, 4-(1-methyl ethyl)-cyclohexadiene-1-ethyl formate, 4-(1-methylethyl)-cyclohexadiene-1-ethyl formate, 4-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexadiene-1-ethanol formate, 4-(1-methylethyl)cyclohexadiene-1-ethyl formate, 2-(4-propan-2-yl-1-cyclohexa-1,4-dienyl)ethyl formate, 2-(4-iso propyl cyclohexadienyl) ethyl formate, 4-(iso propyl)-cyclohexadiene-1-ethyl formate, 4-(iso propyl)cyclohexadiene-1-ethyl formate, 2-(4-iso propylcyclohexadienyl)ethyl formate, formate, formate
Physical and chemical data
| Boiling Point | 271.00 °C |
| Density | 0.99000 |
| Refractive Index | 1.48400 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.007000 mmHg @ 25.00 C. (est) |
| LogP | 3.469 |
| Solubility | alcohol; water, 11.35 mg/L @ 25 C (est); For experimental / research use only. |
| Appearance | colorless to pale yellow clear liquid |
Regulatory status
IFRA maximum concentrations
| Category | Use | Limit in the finished product |
|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | Lip products, toys | 0.077 % |
| Category 2 | Deodorants, antiperspirants | 0.023 % |
| Category 3 | Eye products | 0.46 % |
| Category 4 | Fine fragrance | 0.43 % |
| Category 5A | Body lotion | 0.11 % |
| Category 5B | Face cream | 0.11 % |
| Category 5C | Hand cream | 0.11 % |
| Category 5D | Baby creams, oils | 0.11 % |
| Category 6 | Oral care, mouthwash | 0.25 % |
| Category 7A | Rinse-off hair products | 0.88 % |
| Category 7B | Leave-on hair products | 0.88 % |
| Category 8 | Intimate and baby wipes | 0.045 % |
| Category 9 | Soap, shampoo, rinse-off | 0.84 % |
| Category 10A | Household care, hand contact | 3.0 % |
| Category 10B | Aerosol air fresheners | 3.0 % |
| Category 11A | Intended skin contact | 1.7 % |
| Category 11B | Minimal skin contact | 1.7 % |
| Category 12 | No skin contact, candles | Not restricted |
| IFRA Amendment | 49 |
| Restriction Type | Restriction |
| Critical Effect | Dermal Sensitization |
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