L-menthol is a colorless needle shaped crystal with a refreshing mint aroma.
CAS No. :
2216-51-5EINECS :
218-690-9Package :
25KG/DRUMBrand :
TOPINCHEM®Origin :
CHINAFormula :
C10H20OMinimum Order :
200KGItem :
L-Menthol CrystalHigh Quality Synthetic L-Menthol Crystal CAS 2216-51-5
Description
Menthol, also known as menthol and peppermint ice, is a kind of cyclic terpene alcohol flavors and fragrances.
Specification
Items | Specification |
L-menthol | >98% |
Melting Point | 41-44°C |
Odor | Pleasant mint aroma |
Solubility(25 °C) | 1g sample completely dissolved in 5ml 90% ethanol |
Specific rotation(25 °C) | Min.: -50 -Max.: -49° |
Residue on evaporation | <0.05% |
Melting range (initial) | >41°C |
Melting range (end) | <44°C |
Application
L-menthol can be used as an aroma enhancer for toothpaste, perfume, drinks, candy, etc. In medicine, it is used as an irritant, acting on the skin or mucous membranes, and has a cooling and itching relieving effect; Internally taken, it can be used as a windward medicine for headaches, as well as for symptoms such as nasal, pharyngeal, and laryngitis.