Menthol/Menthol CAS: 2216-51-5
Chemical name: 2-isopropyl - 5-methyl-cyclohexanol
Molecular formula: C10H20O
CAS No. : 2216-51-5
EINECS No. : 218-690-9
FEMA No. : 2665
Characteristics: colorless transparent, prismatic or acicular crystal; It has a strong aroma of Asian mint character
Melting point: 41°C~44°C
Specific curl: -49° ~ -50°
Solubility (25ºC) : 1 gram sample completely dissolved in 5 ml 90% ethanol
Purity: ≥99.5%
Non-volatile matter: ≤0.05
Arsenic content: ≤3ppm
Heavy metal: ≤10ppm
Storage: Store in a cool and dry place (below 33°C) sealed
Shelf life: 3 years
Standards: In line with the Chinese food additive standard GB1886.199-2016, the 8th edition of the United States Food Chemical Code, the 2015 edition of the Chinese Pharmacopoeia, the 16th edition of the Japanese Pharmacopoeia, the 2015 edition of the British Pharmacopoeia, the 8.0 edition of the European Pharmacopoeia, and the 40th edition of the United States Pharmacopoeia
Main use
1. Menthol and racemic menthol are used as perfumers in toothpaste, perfume, beverage and candy. It is used as a stimulant in medicine. It acts on the skin or mucous membrane and has cooling and antipruritic effect. It can be taken internally as a wind-driven medicine for headache and nasal, pharyngeal, laryngitis, etc. Its esters are used in fragrances and medicines; In the world, China and Brazil are the main natural peppermint production parks, the annual output of peppermint oil reaches 2000-3000t;
2, widely used in daily flavor, edible flavor, tobacco flavor. Generally in chewing gum 1100mg/kg; 400mg/kg in candy; 130mg/kg in baked goods; Ice cream 68mg/kg; 35mg/kg in soft drinks;
3, has sterilization and antiseptic effect;
4, used as a special additive for curative cosmetics. Used for toilet water, etc. It can also be used as a perfumer in toothpaste, perfume, drink and candy. Used for sweets, drinks, spices and medicinal purposes.
Name | Menthol |
Purity | 99.55234 |
CAS | 89-78-1 |
Molecular formula | C10H20O |
Kinds | Plant Extract |
Appearance | White powder |
Company profile |
Shaanxi Baisfu Biological Engineering Co., Ltd. is A company focusing on the research and development, production and sales of flavors and fragrances, the company is located in Xi 'an City, Shaanxi Province, No. 52 Jinye First Road, Yanta District, Baode Yungu Block A, advantageous geographical location, convenient transportation. The company was founded in December 2019, the registered capital is now 3 million yuan.
The company's main products include coolant, synthetic flavor and natural flavor. The company's products can be used in food and beverage, daily chemical, and other industries, with a wide range of downstream applications.
The company always attaches great importance to product quality and brand reputation, and strictly implements product quality and environmental management control. It has passed various certifications such as GPM, ISO9001, ISO14001, kosher and HALAL Continental Analysis.
The company's products are used by more than 30 foreign companies and regions. After more than ten years of technology accumulation and market development, the company has accumulated a number of high-quality customer groups, stable customer channels and resources, and established good cooperative relations with more than 100 enterprises at home and abroad.
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