1) Natural menthol crystal
2) C10H20O model: Wt. 156. 27
3) 2-isopropyl-5 methyl-hexanol
4) Color and appearance: colorless, transparent hexagonal, needlelike crystals
Specifications:
Melting point:: 42~44DC
Assay (Menthol): >=99.5% ( L- Menthol>=98%)
Specific rotation: 50 -49 (25DC)
Solubility: 1g sample can be dissolved in 5ml of 90%(V/V) alcohol, forming a clean solution
Non volatile matter: 0.05% max.
Arsenic content: Heavy metal (as Pb): Odor and usage: having characteristic odor of natural menthol
It is widely used in pharmaceuticals, food, cigarettes, tooth-paste and cosmetics.
Stored in closed containers and kept in cool and dry place below 33DC room temperature
Packing: 25kg/fiber board drum; 2.5kg/tin