Description

Menthol crystal is a natural product obtained by the crystallization of Mentha Arvensis oil which in turn obtained by the steam distillation of overground parts of the plant, Mentha Arvensis. It is a colourless Transparent Crystals and having Sharp, Minty and Lachymetric odour.

It melts at about 42°C. It is used in Confectionery, Perfumery, Mouth fresheners, Cough Drops, Tobacco Goods, Medicated Oils Toothpastes, Analgesic Balms, Lotions, Shampoos, Chewing Gums and Candies. Our menthol crystal complies with IP/BP/USP/EP/JP and FCC grades.

Specifications

CAS Number 2216-51-5
Quality IP/BP/USP/JP/EP standards
Botanical Source Mentha arvinces
Synonym 5-METHYL-2-(1-METHYLETHYL) CYCLOHEXANOL; 3-P-METHANOL
Empirical Formula C10H20O
Molecular weight 156.27
Identification When it is triturated with about an equal weight of camphor of chloral hydrate or of phenol the mixture liquefies.
Solubility Practically insoluble in water, very soluble in ethanol and light petroleum. Freely soluble in fatty oils and liquid paraffin, very slightly soluble in glycerol.

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