Products Description of DL-Menthol CAS#89-78-1
Menthol is a chemical compound naturally extracted from the leaves and stems of mint plants. It appears as a white crystalline substance with the molecular formula C10H20O and is the primary component found in mint and peppermint essential oils. Globally, China and Brazil are among the leading producers of natural mint, with annual mint oil production reaching approximately 2,000–3,000 tons.
Menthol and racemic menthol are widely used as flavoring ingredients in toothpaste, perfumes, beverages, and candies. In pharmaceutical applications, menthol is commonly utilized as a topical stimulant for the skin.
DL-Menthol Chemical Properties
| Melting point | 34-36 °C(lit.) |
| Boiling point | 216 °C(lit.) |
| alpha | -2 º (c=10, EtOH) |
| density | 0.89 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| vapor pressure | 0.8 mm Hg ( 20 °C) |
| refractive index | 1.4615 |
| FEMA | 2665 | MENTHOL RACEMIC |
| Fp | 200 °F |
| storage temp. | Store below +30°C. |
| solubility | 456mg/l |
| form | Crystalline Solid |
| pka | 15.30±0.60(Predicted) |
| color | Colorless to white |
| Odor | at 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. peppermint cool woody |
| Odor Type | mentholic |
| Water Solubility | insoluble |
| Merck | 145837 |
| JECFA Number | 427 |
| BRN | 3194263 |
| LogP | 3.4 at 37℃ |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 89-78-1(CAS DataBase Reference) |
| NIST Chemistry Reference | DL-Menthol(89-78-1) |
| EPA Substance Registry System | (1R,2S,5R)-Menthol (89-78-1) |
Safety Information
| Hazard Codes | Xn,Xi |
| Risk Statements | 37/38-41-36/37/38 |
| Safety Statements | 36/37/39-24/25-36-26-39 |
| RIDADR | UN 1888 6.1/PG 3 |
| WGK Germany | 2 |
| RTECS | OT0350000 |
| Autoignition Temperature | 405 °C |
| TSCA | Yes |
| HS Code | 29061100 |
| Toxicity | LD50 orally in rats: 3180 mg/kg (Jenner) |
Product Application of DL-Menthol CAS#89-78-1
Menthol is widely used as a flavoring and cooling agent in candies such as mints and gummies, as well as in beverages and ice cream products. Both menthol and racemic menthol are commonly applied as flavoring ingredients in toothpaste, perfumes, drinks, and confectionery products.
In pharmaceutical applications, menthol functions as a stimulant that acts on the skin and mucous membranes, providing cooling and antipruritic effects. It can also be administered internally as a carminative for headaches and inflammation of the nose, throat, and related areas. In addition, menthol esters are widely utilized in the production of fragrances and medicinal products.
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