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Botonical Name | : | Mentha Arvensis | |
CAS # | : | 2216-51-5 | |
Country of Origin | : | India | |
Color & Odor | : | Transparent,Colourless,pleasant Crystals with refreshing Mintodour | |
Solubility | : | Solution in Alcohol is natural | |
Specific Gravity | : | 0.960 – 0.980 @ 20°C | |
Optical Rotation | : | (-41°C) to (-42°C) | |
Refractive Index | : | 1.459 - 1.465 @20°C | |
Flash Point | : | 90° C | |
Plant Part Used | : | Leaves | |
Extraction Method | : | Steam Distillation |
DESCRIPTION:
Menthol is an organic compound, which is obtained from peppermint or other mint oils. A waxy, crystalline substance, menthol is solid at room temperature and melts above. It is obtained from steam distillation and used in diverse industries.CONSTITUENTS:
Menthol, Menthone, Menthofurane and Cineol.AROMATIC SUMMARY / NOTE / STRENGTH OF AROMA:
Strong mint candy flavor.BLENDS WITH:
Lavender, Lemon, Clary Sage, Myrrh and spice oils such as Nutmeg, Cinnamon Bark and Clove Bud.COMMON NAMES:
NATURAL MENTHOL, MENTHOL, LEVOMENTHOLUM;L-P-MENTHAN-3-OL;L-MENTHAN-3-OLUSES:
It is widely used for relief of muscle, skin irritation, aches, sprains etc. However, it also used as an additive in certain cigarette brands, for adding flavor. Also, it act as an ingredient in mouth fresheners, cigarettes, cough drops etc. 
