DL-Menthol crystals CAS 89-78-1, is a terpene, the main component of peppermint and peppermint essential oil,exists in free and ester state, colorless needle-like crystal or granular. It is 8 isomers of menthol and their fragrance properties are different.L-menthol has aroma of mint and cooling effect.

Menthol has effect on inflammation of the eye, sore throat, ulcers in the mouth; -Menthol is used to treat rubella measles; discomfort with feeling of distension in the chest and hypochondriac regions; -Menthol has function of headache in influenza, upper respiratory infection and other epidemic febrile diseases at the inital stage.

Specification

Appearance                                 Long needle-like shiny crystals

Assay(dried substance),ug/mg      97%min.

Melting point                               41-44℃

Specific rotation                          -45- -51° 

Limit of nonvolatile residue           0.05%max.

As                                              3 ppm

Heavy metals                              ≤10ppm

Residue on ignition                      ≤0.1%

Function

- Very good cooling,abirritation effective
- As odorant
- As excitants

Application  

-Applied in food field, menthol crystal can be used as additives, with distinct fragrance smell, menthol can promote digestion and increase appetite.

-Applied in the daily chemical field, menthol crystal can be used as a highly remarkable additive of shampoo, lotions and cream.

-Applied in the oral care field, menthol crystal can be added into a large number of oral cleaning products, such as dentifrices, mouthwash, and tooth powder.

-Applied in aromatherapy field, menthol crystals promote easier breathing, temporarily relieve nasal congestion, soothe sore throats, alleviate fever symptoms, coughs, headaches, and sinus discomforts, support immunity, and stabilize the emotions.

-Applied in pharmaceutical field, menthol crystal can be used for short-term relief of minor sore throat and minor mouth or throat irritation.

-Applied in the agricultural field, menthol crystal can be used as a pesticide against tracheal mites of honey bees.

Packing 

25kg per fiber drum, 9000kg/20"FCL 

Storage & Transport

Stored in cool and airy place; away from fire and heat; handle with care; no breakage, avoid leakage
It is valid for 2 years under proper condition.
Menthol is classified as a Common Good for transport, under temperature 34-36℃.
Please refer to MSDS for more information about Safety, Storage and Transportation.