2-(l-menthoxy)ethanol

2-(l-Menthoxy)ethanol is a synthetic small molecule with the chemical formula C12H24O2 and a molecular weight of approximately 200.32 g/mol[7][6][1]. It is structurally derived from menthol and contains an ethanol moiety linked via an ether bond to the l-isomer of menthol. The compound appears as a clear, colorless viscous liquid with a minty aroma and is insoluble in water but soluble in ethanol[1]. It has been listed as both a pharmaceutical intermediate (notably in ZINC15PHARMA)[1] and as an FDA-approved flavoring agent or adjuvant for food use[1]. In pharmaceuticals, it has been used experimentally—often in combination products such as topical formulations for muscle ache relief (e.g., combined with methyl salicylate)[7]. Its mechanism of action is not well characterized; its primary uses are as an excipient or intermediate rather than as an active pharmaceutical ingredient.

Other names

2-{[(1R,2S,5R)-5-methyl-2-(propan-2-yl)cyclohexyl]oxy}ethan-1-olFEMA NO. 4154UNII 5ZWW23169HUNII5ZWW23169HUNII-5ZWW23169HCAS number 75443-64-0