Menthol Carboxamide

Systematic name: n-ethyl-2-isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexane carboxamide

Molecular mass: 211.35                                                                                                                     Molecular formula: C₁₃H₂₅NO

Functional groups: Amide, cycloalkane.

Flavour and properties: Cooling, minty, medicinal. Effective in combination with mint oils as this gives it more impact, freshness and longer lasting flavour.

Commonly used in: Chewing gum, toothpaste, sweets.

Appearance: yellowish crystal