DL-Menthol cas no:89-78-1
Synonyms: DL-Menthol crystal; p-Menthan-3-ol; (+/-)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanol; Racementhol; Menthol Crystals
NameDL-Menthol
CAS89-78-1
SynonymsDL-Menthol crystal; p-Menthan-3-ol; (+/-)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanol; Racementhol; Menthol Crystals
EINECS(EC#)201-939-0
Molecular FormulaC10H20O
Molecular Weight156.27
AppearanceWhite crystalline solid with a peppermint odor and taste.
alpha-2 o (C=10, ETOH)
refractive index1.4615
storage tempKeep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.
Hazard Xi:Irritant
Risk R36/37/38
Safety
Hazard Codes of Menthol (CAS NO.89-78-1):?
Xn,Xi
Risk Statements: 41-36/37/38?
R41: Risk of serious damage to the eyes.?
R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Statements: 36/37/39-24/25-26?
S36/37/39: Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.?
S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes.?
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
RIDADR: UN 1888 6.1/PG 3
WGK Germany: 2
RTECS: OT0350000
HS Code: 29061100
Poison by intravenous route. Moderately toxic by ingestion and intraperitoneal routes. A severe eye irritant. Incompatible with PHENOL, β-naphthol, Resorcinol or THYMOL in trituration, POTASSIUM permanganate, CHROMIUM trioxide, Pyrogallol. Combustible liquid. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
HS Code 29061100
| Organism |
Test Type |
Route |
Reported Dose (Normalized Dose) |
Effect |
Source |
| cat |
LDLo |
intravenous |
37mg/kg (37mg/kg) |
? |
Archives Internationales de Pharmacodynamie et de Therapie. Vol. 63, Pg. 43, 1939. |
| cat |
LDLo |
oral |
1500mg/kg (1500mg/kg) |
? |
"Abdernalden's Handbuch der Biologischen Arbeitsmethoden." Vol. 4, Pg. 1289, 1935. |
| mouse |
LDLo |
intraperitoneal |
1800mg/kg (1800mg/kg) |
? |
Archives Internationales de Pharmacodynamie et de Therapie. Vol. 63, Pg. 43, 1939. |
| rat |
LD50 |
intramuscular |
10gm/kg (10000mg/kg) |
? |
Naunyn-Schmiedeberg's Archiv fuer Experimentelle Pathologie und Pharmakologie. Vol. 222, Pg. 244, 1954. |
| rat |
LD50 |
oral |
3180mg/kg (3180mg/kg) |
BEHAVIORAL: ATAXIA |
Food and Cosmetics Toxicology. Vol. 2, Pg. 327, 1964. |
| rat |
LDLo |
intraperitoneal |
1500mg/kg (1500mg/kg) |
BEHAVIORAL: SLEEP
BEHAVIORAL: "HALLUCINATIONS, DISTORTED PERCEPTIONS"
BEHAVIORAL: MUSCLE WEAKNESS |
Annales Pharmaceutiques Francaises. Vol. 10, Pg. 481, 1952. |
