DL-Menthol CAS 89-78-1

CAS: 89-78-1

Molecular Formula: C10H20O

Molecular Weight: 156.27

EINECS: 201-939-0

Synonyms: Mentol; (1R,2R,5S)-5-methyl-2-propan-2-yl-1-cyclohexanol; Menthol89-78-1; componentofDermoplast; componentofRobitussincoughdrops; componentofTheragesic; Cyclohexanol,2-isopropyl-5-methyl-; cyclohexanol,2-isopropyl-5-methyl-

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What is DL-Menthol CAS 89-78-1?

Menthol is a chemical agent. Menthol is extracted from the leaves and stems of peppermint. It is a white crystal with a molecular formula of C10H20O. It is the main component of peppermint and peppermint essential oils.

Specification

Test items	Standard Requirements	Testing Result
Appearance	White solid	Qualified
odor	Strong mint cool smell	Qualified
Menthol Content	>99%	99.92%

Application

Menthol can be used as a flavoring agent, flavor enhancer, candies (mints, gummy candies), beverages, ice cream, etc. Both menthol and racemic menthol can be used as flavoring agents for chemical books such as toothpaste, perfume, beverages and candies. It is used as a stimulant in medicine, acting on the skin or mucous membranes, and has a cooling and antipruritic effect; taken orally, it can be used as a carminative for headaches and inflammation of the nose, pharynx, larynx, etc.; its esters are used in spices and medicines.