OlfactionaryMenthyl acetate (1alpha,2beta,5alpha)
At a glance
Menthyl acetate (1α,2β,5α) is obtained by acetylating menthol from peppermint oil (via acetic anhydride) and has a fresh minty‑floral scent, used to add cool mint and rose notes in perfumes and toiletry waters.
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