Menthyl Acetate

CAS Number: 89-48-5

SERIOUS
health hazard

MODERATE
health hazard

FEW OR NO
health hazards

0 79
80 89
90 100
92

Sources of exposure:

Personal care
Food

Description:

Menthyl acetate is an ester found in some mint oils. It is used as a fragrance ingredient in personal care products and as a flavoring ingredient in foods. It can occur naturally or be produced synthetically for commercial use.

Health concerns:

Ecotoxicity

May be toxic to ecosystems and wildlife.

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