Description
Name L-Menthol
Synonyms L-p-Menthan-3-ol; (1R, 2S, 5R)-(-)-Menthol; (1R, 2S, 5R)-2-Isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanol
Molecular Formula C10H20O
Molecular Weight 156.26
CAS Registry Number 2216-51-5
EINECS 218-690-9
FEMA 2665
Specifications: CP2007/BP/USP
Application:
Pharmaceuticals industry, Personal care Chemical industry, Food industry, Flavours & Fragrances Tobacco.
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ITEMS |
SPECIFICATION |
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Appearance |
Colorless, Transparent prism-shaped or needle- like crystals |
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Identification |
Meets the requirements |
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Melting point: |
42-44º C |
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Solubility |
1g: 5ml (90%) |
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Non volatile matter: |
≤ 0.05% |
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Optical rotation(25º C) |
-49~ -50° |
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As Content: |
≤ 3mg/kg |
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Heavy Metal (as Pb) |
≤ 10 mg/kg |
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Assay(GC) |
≥ 98% |
Complaint
