Menthol Crystals

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Definition of Menthol: a crystalline compound that has the cool and minty taste and odor that occurs naturally in peppermint oil; used as a flavoring and in medicine to relieve itching, pain, and nasal congestion.

Specification:

CAS:	2216-51-5
HS Code	290611
Molecular formula:	C10H20O
Physics Properties:	White crystal
Chemical Name:	2-Isopropyl-5-Methyl-Hexanol
Color and Appearance:	Colorless, transparent hexagonal or needlelike crystals.
Odor:	Having characteristic odor of natural menthol obtained from mentha avensis oil.
Melting point:	42-44 celsius degree
Non-volatile matter:	0.05%
Purity:	99.5% min
Solubility in Alcohol at 25:	1g sample can be dissolved in 5ml of 90% (V/V) alcohol forming a clean solution.
Specific rotation at 25 celsius degree:	-50-49 degree
Arsenic content:	Less than 3ppm
Heavy metal content (as Pb):	Less than 10ppm
Standards:
Uses:	It is widely used in medicament, food, cigarette, cosmetic and toothpaste.
Packing:	In 25kg net fibre drum, 360 drums to one 20'container.
Storage:	To be stored in closed containers, keep in a cool and dry place below 33 celsius degree, avoid sunshine and rain

Menthol is included in many products for a variety of reasons. These include:

In non-prescription products for short-term relief of minor sore throat and minor mouth or throat irritation
As an antipruritic to reduce itching
As a topical analgesic to 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
In decongestants for chest and sinuses (cream, patch or nose inhaler)
In certain medications used to treat sunburns, as it provides a cooling sensation (then often associated with aloe)
As an additive in certain cigarette brands, for flavor, to reduce the throat and sinus irritation caused by smoking.
Commonly used in oral hygiene products and bad-breath remedies like mouthwash, toothpaste, mouth and tongue-spray, and more generally as a food flavor agent; e.g., in chewing gum, candy
In a soda to be mixed with water to obtain a very low alcohol drink.
As a pesticide against tracheal mites of honey bees
In perfumery, menthol is used to prepare menthyl esters to emphasize floral notes (especially rose)
In first aid products such as "mineral ice" to produce a cooling effect as a substitute for real ice in the absence of water or electricity (Pouch, Body patch/sleeve or cream)
In various patches ranging from fever-reducing patches applied to children's foreheads to "foot patches" to relieve numerous ailments (the latter being much more frequent and elaborate in Asia, especially Japan: some varieties use "functional protrusions", or small bumps to massage ones feet as well as soothing them and cooling them down)
In some beauty products such as hair-conditioners, based on natural ingredients
As an antispasmodic and smooth muscle relaxant in upper gastrointestinal endoscopy.

100% Pure Natural China Mint Menthol Crystals of Price