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| Catalog Number | CI-HC-0141 |
| Product Name | Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide |
| CAS | 39711-79-0 |
| Structure |  |
| Synonyms | Cyclohexanecarboxamide, N-ethyl-5-methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-;N-Ethyl-2-(isopropyl)-5-methylcyclohexanecarboxamide;FEMA No. 3455 |
| Description | Ethyl menthane carboxamide, also known as N-ethyl-methylcyclohexylamine, is a synthetic compound that belongs to the family of amides. It is colorless or slightly yellowish in appearance and has a mint-like odor. Ethyl menthane carboxamide is widely used as an ingredient in the production of personal care products such as soaps, shampoos, lotions, and creams. It acts as a cooling and refreshing agent due to its ability to interact with temperature-sensitive receptors in the skin, producing a sensation of coolness. |
| Molecular Weight | 211.34 g/mol |
| Molecular Formula | C13H25NO |
| Appearance | colorless to pale yellow liquid with a mild menthol odor |
| Application | 1. Ethyl Menthane Carboxamide (EMC) is widely used as a flavor and fragrance enhancer in the food and beverage industry due to its ability to impart a cool, refreshing sensation. 2. EMC is also used in pharmaceutical products as a cooling agent and pain reliever. 3. It is sometimes used as an ingredient in cosmetic products such as lotions, shampoos, and toothpastes due to its cooling and refreshing properties. 4. EMC is also used for its insect-repelling properties in some insecticidal products. 5. In research studies, EMC is used as a tool to study the mechanism of cold sensation and pain perception in humans. |
| Features And Benefits | 1. Cooling and Soothing Effect 2. Reduces Inflammation 3. Anti-itching Property 4. Enhances skin penetration 5. Increases product stability |
What is the chemical formula of N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide?
The chemical formula is C13H25NO.
What is the melting point of N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide?
The melting point is 87-102 °C.
What type of odor does N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide have?
It has a mild mentholic minty odor.
What is the safety hazard code for N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide?
The hazard codes are Xi and Xn.
What is the primary usage of N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide?
It is primarily used as a physiological coolant in foods, beverages, toiletries, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
What is the aroma threshold value for N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide?
The aroma characteristics are virtually odorless at 1.0%.
What is the taste threshold value for N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide?
The taste characteristics are intense lingering cooling at 10 to 100 ppm.
What is the biological activity of N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide?
It is a cooling agent that is an agonist at TRPM8 receptors with an EC50 of 3.7 μ M.
How is N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide synthesized?
It is synthesized by reacting p-menthane-3-carbonitrile with ethanol and polyphosphoric acid at 150°C.
What is the trade name for N-Ethyl-p-menthane-3-carboxamide?
The trade name is Winsense WS-3 (Renessenz).
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