p-Menthane is a hydrocarbon with the formula (CH3)2CHC6H10CH3. It is the product of the hydrogenation or hydrogenolysis of various terpenoids, including p-cymene, terpinolenes, phellandrene, and limonene. It is a colorless liquid with a fragrant fennel-like odor. It occurs naturally, especially in exudates of Eucalyptus fruits. The compound is generally encountered as a mixture of the cis and trans isomers, which have very similar properties. It is mainly used as a precursor to its hydroperoxide, which is used to initiate polymerizations.[1]
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1-isopropyl-4-methylcyclohexane | |||
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| ECHA InfoCard | 100.002.537 
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| C10H20 | |||
| Molar mass | 140.270 g·mol−1 | ||
| Appearance | Colorless liquid | ||
| Density | 0.8086 g/cm3 | ||
| Boiling point | 168 °C (334 °F; 441 K) | ||
| Solubility in organic solvents | Soluble | ||
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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