Compound Q&A
What is peppermint oil (CAS: 8006-90-4)?
Answer
Peppermint oil is a natural, volatile essential oil derived from the leaves of the Mentha piperita plant. Its chemical formula is a complex mixture of monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes, primarily containing menthol (C10H20O) and menthone (C10H18O). It is colorless, aromatic, and has a cooling effect due to its active compounds. Peppermint oil is widely used in various industries for its therapeutic and aromatic properties, with CAS number 8006-90-4 identifying its chemical structure.
About
CAS No
8006-90-4
English Name
Peppermint oil
Molecular Formula
C62H108O7
Molecular Weight
965.5 g/mol
SMILES
CC1CCC2(CC1)C(CO2)C.CC1CCC(C(C1)O)C(C)C.CC1CCC(C(C1)OC(=O)C)C(C)C.CC1CCC(C(=O)C1)C(C)C.CC1CCC2=C(C1)OC=C2C.CC1CCC(=C(C)C)C(=O)C1
InChIKey
NQSRBDFLQKBVKK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08