Natural Menthol Crystals (BP/EP/USP/JP/FCC)

A) Structure: C10H20O
B) Chemical Name
2-Isopropyl-5-Methyl-Hexanol
C) Specification:
Color & Appearance:
Colorless, transparent hexagonal or needlelike crystals.
Odor:
Having Characteristic odor of natural menthol obtained from mentha avensis oil.
Melting Point: 42-44Deg.C
Non-Volatile Matter: 0.05% Maximum
Solubility: 1g soluble in 5ml of 90% (V/V) alcohol, forming a clear solution.
Specific Rotation: -49-50Deg.C
Thymol Test: Negative
Litmus Paper Test: Neutral
As Content: 3ppm Maximum
Heavy Metal (Pb): 10ppm Maximum
D) Uses:
It is widely used in pharmaceutical, food, cigarettes, toothpastes, and cosmetics.
E) Storage
To store in closed containers. Keep in a cool and dry place below 33, avoid sunshine & rain.
F) Quality Guarantee
18 months (under the conditions of fulfilling requirements of transport, and that the packing is complete and sealed).
G) Accord with the Chinese Pharmacopeia 95 Edition, the USP 23 Edition, and the FCC III Edition.