Product Name: Menthol Crystals
CAS No: 2216-51-5
Molecular Formula: C10H20O
Molecular Weight: 156.27
Property: Colorless needle crystal with a cool minty aroma.
Menthol crystals cas 2216-51-5
Description
Menthol Crystals Quick Details
Product Name: Menthol Crystals
CAS No: 2216-51-5
Molecular Formula: C10H20O
Molecular Weight: 156.27
Property: Colorless needle crystal with a cool minty aroma.
Menthol Crystals Typical Properties
| Item | Specifications | |
| USP37 | BP2015 | |
| Identification | Colorless, transparent hexagonal or needlelike crystals. | |
| Melting point | 41~44℃ | About43℃ |
| Solubility | 1g soluble in 5ml of 90%(v/v)alcohol, forming a clear solution | |
| Specific rotation | -45°~-51° | About-50° |
| Limit of nonvolatile residue | Not overrun 0.05 under condition of 105℃ | |
| Organic volatile impurities | Solvent-Use dimethyl sulfoxide | |
| Chromatographic purity | The peak response due to menthol is not less than 97% | |
| As content | ≤3ppm | |
| Heavy metals | ≤10ppm | |
| Residue on ignition | ≤0.1% | |
| Related substances | Examine by gas chromatography | |
Menthol Crystals Usage
Menthol is a flavoring that is allowed to be used in China. It is mainly used for the flavoring of toothpaste, candy and beverages.
Menthol Crystals Package
Sealed closed fiber drum, net weight 25kg per drum, or customized.
Menthol Crystals Storage
Cool, dry place.
