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Is Menthyl Isovalerate vegan?

Menthyl Isovalerate

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Menthyl isovalerate, also known as validol, is the menthyl ester of isovaleric acid, a colorless oily liquid with a menthol-like smell used as a fragrance and flavor ingredient.

Also known as 5-Methyl-2-(1-methylethyl)-cyclohexyl 3-Methylbutanoate, p-Menthan-3-yl Isovalerate, Validol
INCI name Menthyl Isovalerate
CAS number 16409-46-4
EC number 240-460-1
CosIng ID 40404
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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