CAS NO: 2216-51-5/ 89-78-1 EINECS NO: 216-074-4 Molecular Formula: C10H20O
Melting point:42℃~44℃ Specific Rotation:-49°~-50° Not volatile: not more than 1mg
Function 1. Natural Menthol crystal is colorless needle- like or prism- like crystals, which is used for medical, food and additives to some perfume, with a special scent of Asian peppermint and hot taste at beginning then cool. 2. It is highly soluble in alcohol, chloroform, ether, liquid paraffin or volatile oil, and slightly soluble in water.
Application 1. In non- prescription products for short- term relief of minor sore throat and minor mouth or throat irritation. 2. As an antipruritic to reduce itching. 3. As topical analgesic relieve minor aches and pains such as muscle cramps, sprains, headaches and similar conditions, alone or combined with chemicals like camphor,eucalyptus oil or capsaicin. In Europe it tends to appear as a gel or a cream, while in the US patches and body sleeves are very frequently used.
4. In decongestants for chest and sinuses (cream, patch or nose inhaler). 5.In certain medications used to treat sunburns, as it provides a cooling sensation (then often associated with aloe).
Packaging: 25 kg/drums, 9mts/20'gp
Menthol Crystal
CAS NO: 2216-51-5/ 89-78-1 EINECS NO: 216-074-4 Molecular Formula: C10H20O
Melting point:42℃~44℃ Specific Rotation:-49°~-50° Not volatile: not more than 1mg
Function 1. Natural Menthol crystal is colorless needle- like or prism- like crystals, which is used for medical, food and additives to some perfume, with a special scent of Asian peppermint and hot taste at beginning then cool. 2. It is highly soluble in alcohol, chloroform, ether, liquid paraffin or volatile oil, and slightly soluble in water.
Application 1. In non- prescription products for short- term relief of minor sore throat and minor mouth or throat irritation. 2. As an antipruritic to reduce itching. 3. As topical analgesic relieve minor aches and pains such as muscle cramps, sprains, headaches and similar conditions, alone or combined with chemicals like camphor,eucalyptus oil or capsaicin. In Europe it tends to appear as a gel or a cream, while in the US patches and body sleeves are very frequently used.
4. In decongestants for chest and sinuses (cream, patch or nose inhaler). 5.In certain medications used to treat sunburns, as it provides a cooling sensation (then often associated with aloe).