Menthol crystals B.P./ U.S.P.
| Product
Name |
Menthol crystals B.P./ U.S.P. |
| Characteristics |
Colourless,
prismatic or acicular, shiny crystals, odour, strong & characteristic |
| Chemical
Name |
(IR,
2S, 5R) - 2 - isopropyl - 5 - methyl cyclohexanol |
| Acidity
/ Alkalinity |
Complies
with B.P./U.S.P |
| Optical
Rotation |
-48o to -51o |
| Melting
Point |
Between
41o and 44o |
| Chemical
Constituents |
Levo
Menthol (>99%) |
| Residueon evaporation |
Less
than 0.05% |
| Packing |
25
Kg fibre drums |
| Storage |
Levomenthol
should be kept in a well-closed container and stored in a cool place. |
| Aplications |
Confectionery
*Mouth freshners *Chocolates *Chewing Gums *Cough Drops *Analgesic Balms *Inhalers
*Tobacco Products *Medicated Oils *Toothpaste *Cosmetics |
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