MENTHOL

Pharmacopoeial Name: MENTHOL
Chemical Name: L-Menthol
CAS No.: [2216-51-5]

• Description

  Menthol is a naturally occurring or synthetically produced cyclic monoterpene alcohol, renowned for its distinctive cooling, refreshing sensation and characteristic minty aroma. It is the primary active component of peppermint and other mint oils. Our product is available in various forms (crystals, flakes, powder) and optical purities to meet diverse application needs.

• Product Specifications
  

  Product name	Menthol
  CAS NO.	2216-51-5
  Scent	aroma of Asia natura menthol feature.
  Melting point	42℃-44℃
  Non-volatile matter	≤0.05%
  Specific rotation	-43°- -52°
  Heavy Metals (By pb)	≤0.0005%
  Solubility	1g of a colorless, transparent liquid is completely soluble in 5ml of 90% (v/v) ethanol to form a transparent solution.

• Product Characteristics

  Product name	Menthol
  CAS NO.	2216-51-5
  Appearance	Colorless transparent prismatic or acicular crystal
  Purity	99%+
  MF	C10H20O
  MW	156.27
  Related categories	Pharmaceutical Grade
  HS Code	2906110000
  Product Manager Email	Cherry@coreychem.com

• Applications

  Menthol is a versatile ingredient with widespread use across multiple industries.

  Primary Application Fields:

  1. Flavor & Fragrance (F&F):

     • Oral Care: A cornerstone ingredient in toothpaste, mouthwash, chewing gum, and breath fresheners for its refreshing and breath-freshening properties.

     • Confectionery: Imparts a cooling taste in candies, mints, chocolates, and other sweets.

     • Fragrances: Used as a top note in perfumes, cosmetics, and personal care products for its fresh, clean scent.

  2. Pharmaceuticals & Therapeutics:

     • Topical Analgesics: A key component in balms, creams, ointments, and patches for relieving minor aches, pains, muscle soreness, and itchiness (e.g., from insect bites).

     • Respiratory Relief: Found in cough drops, inhalers, nasal decongestants, and chest rubs to provide a soothing sensation and help clear nasal passages.

     • Oral Pharmaceuticals: Used as a flavoring and cooling agent in syrups and lozenges.

  3. Personal Care & Cosmetics:

     • Used in shaving creams, aftershaves, shampoos, soaps, and body washes for its invigorating cooling effect and refreshing fragrance.

  4. Tobacco & Vaping:

     • Widely used as an additive in cigarettes, cigars, and e-liquids to provide a characteristic cooling throat sensation.

• Packaging

• Small Scale: 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg (in double polyethylene bags within cardboard boxes or HDPE drums).

• Standard Bulk: 25 kg, 50 kg (in fiberboard drums lined with polyethylene bags or in HDPE drums).

• Custom Forms: Available as fine powder, flakes, or crystals upon request.

Samples and further technical data can be provided upon request.
More details, just contact: Cherry@coreychem.com