Colorless, transparent hexagonal or needlelike crystals; Having characteristic odor of natural menthol obtained from menthol avensis oil; Soluble in ethanol and in ether and very slightly soluble in water. L-menthol sublimes gradually at room.
Quality Standards：
BP2000/USP24
Test Items
Specification
Appearance
Colorless, Transparent Hexagonal Or Needlelike Crystals
Odor
Having Characteristic Odor Of Natural Menthol Obtained From Menthol Avensis Oil
Melting Point
41.5 ~ 44°C
Non-Volatile Matter
≤0.05%
Specific Rotation(25℃)
-50 ~ -49°
AS Content
≤3ppm
Heavy Metal Content
≤10ppm
Solubility
1g sample in 5ml 90% ethyl alcohol
Content
≥99.5 %
Package：
25kg fiber drums.
Usage：
Menthol crystals find usage in pharmaceuticals, chewing tobacco, pan masala, perfumery compounds, tooth paste, candies & chewing gums, confectionery, mouth washes, oral preparations, cigarettes, etc.
